On February 24th, in the year 1885, Admiral Chester Nimitz was born in Fredericksburg, TX. Nimitz played a crucial role as a leader for the Allied forces in the Pacific during World War II, making him a significant figure in Texas history.
In more recent history, on February 24th, 2015, a Texas jury found Eddie Ray Routh guilty in the 2013 shooting deaths of former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle and Chad Littlefield. This tragic event left a mark on the state and the nation as a whole, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support for veterans.