Historical Events
Film Premier
"Rebecca" based on the book by Daphne du Maurier, directed by Alfred Hitchcock and starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine premieres in Miami, Florida (Best Picture 1941)
Famous Birthdays
- Solomon Burke [McDonald], American soul singer (Cy to Me), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 2010)
1940 Highlights
About March 21, 1940
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 11 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
