What Happened on February 21, 1852

Historical Events

American Geographical Society

George Bancroft becomes the American Geographical Society's first president

Famous Birthdays

  • Burner Matthews, American academic and critic who established study of theatre (NY Times), born in New Orleans, Louisiana (d. 1929)

About February 21, 1852

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 172 years, 2 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Pisces