What Happened on August 26, 1921

Famous Birthdays

Ben Bradlee (1921-2014)

American editor, journalist and newspaper executive (Washington Post), born in Boston, Massachusetts

  • David Begelman, American film producer who embezzled Columbia Pictures, born in New York City (d. 1995)
  • Naomi Parker Fraley, American who inspired "Rosie the Riveter" poster, born in Tulsa, Oklahoma (d. 2018)

Famous Deaths

  • Ludwig Thoma, German writer, dies at 54
  • Matthias Enzberger, German writer and politician (Minister of Finance, 1919-20), assassinated at 45
Died in 1921 1921 Highlights

About August 26, 1921

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 8 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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