26 significant historical events occurred on March 21. March 21 has seen several important historical events throughout different centuries, including political, cultural, and social milestones. Notable occurrences include the 1937 papal encyclical "Mit brennender Sorge" condemning fascism in Germany, the 1960 Sharpeville massacre in South Africa, and the 1968 Battle of Karameh involving Israel, the PLO, and Jordan. Cultural moments on this date include the 28th Academy Awards ceremony in 1956 and the Eurovision Song Contest in 1964.
27 famous birthdays on March 21
Including Walter Gilbert, Ronaldinho, Benito Juárez
Event Distribution by Century
Darker = Higher Density14th Century
1 event15th Century
1 event1470 battle during the Wars of the Roses. Secured the defeat of the poorly organised Welles Uprising against King Edward IV
17th Century
2 events18th Century
3 events19th Century
3 events20th Century
13 eventsMit brennender Sorge — 1937 papal encyclical condemning fascism and antisemitism in Germany
28th Academy Awards — award ceremony presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences for achievement in filmmaking in 1955
66th Academy Awards — Award ceremony presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences for achievement in filmmaking in 1993
21st Century
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