Historical Events
- A storage silo at a BASF fertiliser producing plant explodes in Oppau, Germany, 500—600 killed
- Pope Benedictus XV donates 1 million lire to feed Russians
Famous Deaths
- George Foottit, English clown, dies at 57
- José Celso Barbosa, Puerto Rican physician, sociologist and political leader, dies at 64
Died in 1921 1921 Highlights
About September 21, 1921
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 102 years, 7 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo