On February 24th:

 1803  The Supreme Court’s Marbury v. Madison Decision Establishes Judicial Review

On February 24th, 1803, the United States Supreme Court handed down its landmark decision in Marbury v. Madison. Chief Justice John Marshall’s opinion established the principle of judicial review, affirming the Court’s authority to interpret the Constitution and declare acts of Congress unconstitutional.

 1868  The United States House of Representatives Votes to Impeach President Andrew Johnson

A historic moment in American politics occurred on February 24th, 1868, as the United States House of Representatives voted to impeach President Andrew Johnson on charges of high crimes and misdemeanors. Johnson’s impeachment trial in the Senate would follow, shaping the course of Reconstruction-era politics.

1981  Buckingham Palace Announces the Engagement of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer

On this day in 1981, Buckingham Palace officially announced the engagement of Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, to Lady Diana Spencer. The royal wedding captivated the world and marked the beginning of a new era for the British monarchy.