Famous Birthdays
- John Gilbert, British artist, illustrator and engraver, born in Blackheath, Surrey (d. 1897)
- Joseph K Barnes, American Major General (Union Army), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1883)
1817 Highlights
About July 21, 1817
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 206 years, 2 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer