Historical Events
- Tlingit Indians destroy Fort Selkirk, Yukon Territory.
Famous Birthdays
- Benedetto Junck, Italian composer, born in Turin, Italy (d. 1903)
About August 21, 1852
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 171 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo