February 21

What happened on February 21 in history

3 events fall on February 21, from 1848 to 1965. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on February 21

  1. 1848

    The Communist Manifesto is published

    Marx and Engels's pamphlet appears in London weeks before revolution sweeps Europe.

    Play the 19th century round

  2. 1916

    The Battle of Verdun begins

    A German offensive opens ten months of attrition on the Meuse.

    Play the 20th century round

  3. 1965

    Malcolm X is assassinated

    The activist is shot at the Audubon Ballroom in Manhattan.

    Play the 20th century round