What Happened on August 7, 1921

Historical Events

Sports History

Dutch cyclist Piet Moeskops wins the 1st of 4 straight, and 5 total world sprint championships when he beats defending champion Bob Spears of Australia in Copenhagen

Famous Birthdays

  • Karel Husa, Czech-American Pulitzer prize winning composer (Trojan Women), born in Prague, Czechoslovakia (d. 2016)
  • Manitas de Plata [Ricardo Baliardo], French gypsy flamenco guitarist, born in Sète, France (d. 2014)
Born in 1921

Famous Deaths

  • Alexander Block, Russian poet (Dvenatsat), dies at 40
1921 Highlights

About August 7, 1921

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

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