24 February 1918 February 23, 2013 Author: Staff Estonia declares independence. Famous Words of Inspiration..."The power is detested, and miserable the life, of him who wishes to be feared rather than to be loved." Cornelius Nepos — Click here for more from Cornelius Nepos Related posts: 11 November 1918 24 February 1989 7 February 2009 18 February 1979 7 February 2009 Categories: History Tags: 1918, 24 February