From the 13-day siege of the Alamo that became a symbol of resistance, to the birth of W.E.B. Du Bois who would challenge racial injustice, to George Frideric Handel who revolutionized Baroque music - February 23rd marks pivotal moments in the fight for freedom, equality, and cultural expression. These events, spanning nearly 200 years, remind us how individual acts of courage and creativity can transform societies and inspire generations.