Historical Events
- America's first consul to Japan, Townsend Harris, arrives in Shimoda. (Traditional Japanese date: July 21, 1856)
Famous Deaths
- Peter Josef von Lindpaintner, German composer, dies at 64
1856 Highlights
About August 21, 1856
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 163 years, 11 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
