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