Historical Events
- NASCAR is incorporated
Famous Birthdays
- Larry Ragland, American comedian (Keep on Truckin'), born in Richmond, Virginia
- Mel James, Welsh rugby league front rower (11 caps Wales; St. Helens RLFC) and rugby union prop (Swansea RFC), born in Resolven, Wales (d. 2022)
Famous Deaths
- Frederick Lamond, Scottish pianist and composer, dies at 80
Died in 1948 1948 Highlights
About February 21, 1948
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 2 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
