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What Happened on August 10, 1921

Historical Events

FDR Struck Down with Illness

FDR stricken with a paralytic illness at summer home on Canadian island of Campobello. At the time it was thought to be polio, but could possibly have been Guillain–Barré syndrome

Famous Deaths

  • John M Martin, last confederate congress member, dies
Died in 1921 1921 Highlights

About August 10, 1921

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo