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By Day: Historical Events on May 21st

Explore key moments from this day in history, organized by year. Dates for earlier events may be approximate.

1856 CE, May 21

Pro-slavery forces attacked and burned the free-state town of Lawrence, Kansas, in what became known as the "Sacking of Lawrence."

1881 CE, May 21

The American Red Cross is founded in Washington, D.C. by Clara Barton and a circle of her acquaintances. Barton led the Red Cross for 23 years. More

1932 CE, May 21

Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. (May 20 - May 2021). More

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