Famous Birthdays
- Henri Rousseau, French post-impressionist painter (The Dream, The Hungry Lion Throws Itself on the Antelope), born in Laval, France (d. 1910)
Famous Deaths
- Guiseppi Baini, Italian composer and priest, dies at 68
1844 Highlights
About May 21, 1844
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 178 years, 8 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Gemini
