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Historical Events in January 1821

  • Jan 6 Indiana state legislature approves development of the future capital city of Indianapolis

Mexico Grants Austin Settlement

Jan 17 Mexico permits Moses Austin and 300 US families to settle in Texas. After his death his son Stephen leads a colony to Texas.

  • Jan 21 Paramaribo Suriname catches fire, 4 die