Today in history 58

February 28, 1958!

Here are some significant events that occurred on this day:

1. NASA's Explorer 1 Launched: The United States launched its first successful satellite, Explorer 1, into orbit. It was designed to study the Earth's radiation belts and was a major milestone in the space race.
2. Fidel Castro Becomes Prime Minister of Cuba: Fidel Castro, the leader of the Cuban Revolution, became the Prime Minister of Cuba, replacing José Miró Cardona. This marked the beginning of a new era in Cuban politics.
3. The European Economic Community (EEC) is Established: The EEC, a precursor to the European Union, was established by six European countries: Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
4. The First Commercial Jet Airliner Takes Flight: The de Havilland Comet 1, the first commercial jet airliner, made its maiden flight from London to Johannesburg. It was a significant milestone in aviation history.

These are just a few of the events that took place on February 28, 1958.