Famous Birthdays
- Blossom Rock [Edith Marie Blossom MacDonald], American actress (Grandmamma-Addams Family), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1978)
- Raymond Herreman, Belgian poet, journalist and writer (Jericho's Rose), born in Menen, Belgium (d. 1971)
- Roark Bradford, American writer and humorist (Ol' Man Adan an' His Chillun), born in Lauderdale County, Tennessee (d. 1943)
About August 21, 1896
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
