Historical Events
Assassination of Malcolm X
Civil rights activist and Muslim minister Malcolm X is shot dead by Nation of Islam followers at Audubon Ballroom in New York City
Famous Birthdays
- Jayson Meyer, Canadian hockey defenseman (Team Germany), born in Regina, Canada
- Keith Arthurton, West Indian cricketer (Charlestown, Nevis WI lefty batsman), born in Nevis, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Famous Deaths
Malcolm X (1925-1965)
African American human rights activist and Muslim minister, assassinated in New York City at 39
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights
About February 21, 1965
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 2 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: This Diamond Ring - Gary Lewis And The Playboys
#1 Song: I'll Never Find Another You - Seekers
