Historical Events
- Soyuz TM-23, launched into orbit
Famous Birthdays
- Sophie Turner, English actress (Game of Thrones), born in Northampton, England
Famous Deaths
- H. L. Gold, American sci-fi writer and editor, dies at 81
- Jean Burroughs, educationalist, dies at 67
- Morton Gould, American prolific composer (Verdun), dies at 82
- Terence Edward Armstrong, British polar geographer, dies at 75
1996 Highlights
About February 21, 1996
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 9 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
