What Happened on November 11, 1921

Historical Events

Tomb of Unknown Soldier

US President Warren G. Harding dedicates Tomb of Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery

Famous Birthdays

  • Ron Greenwood, English soccer defender (Brentford) and manager (West Ham Utd 1961-74; FA Cup 1964, European Cup Winners' Cup 1965; England 1977-82), born in Worsthorne, England (d. 2006)
  • Terrel Bell, American politician (2nd United States Secretary of Education 1981-84), born in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho (d. 1996)

About November 11, 1921

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

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