February 26 is the 57th day of the year. 308 days remain until the end of the year (309 in leap years).
"Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come."
Victor Hugo
Born today
Victor Hugo, 1802, French novelist, poet, and playwright
Observances
Day of Remembrance for Victims of Khojaly Massacre (Azerbaijan)
Saviours' Day (Nation of Islam)
Lailatul Barat (US)
Carnival Day (US)
Tex Avery Day (US)