Feb. 21: Houdini's escape; Police department renamed.

February 21, 1923 - Thousands gathered at the Free Press Building on Carlton Street to witness Harry Houdini's attempt to escape from a straight jacket while suspended 30 feet above the sidewalk. For more about the great escape. (Image: Archives of Manitoba, L. B. Foote Collection.)

February 21, 1994 - The Winnipeg Police Department is renamed the Winnipeg Police Service.

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