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What Happened on January 21, 1901

Historical Events

"The Climbers"

Clyde Fitch's play "The Climbers" premieres in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Ricardo Zamora, Spanish footballer (d. 1978)

Famous Deaths

  • Elisha Gray, American inventor (telephone prototype), dies at 65
Died in 1901 1901 Highlights

About January 21, 1901

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 123 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius