Historical Events
- Transport #22 departs with French Jews to nazi-Germany
Film Release
Walt Disney's animated movie "Bambi" is released, based on the book by Felix Salten
- World War II: German soldiers plant the Nazi flag on Mount Elbrus in the Caucasus
Famous Deaths
- Kiyoano Ichiki, Japanese colonel (WWII), dies during Battle of Tenaru at 49
Died in 1942 1942 Highlights
About August 21, 1942
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 81 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
