Discover what happened on 21 August 1840 in history! This day marks a series of notable events, famous births, and significant deaths. Explore the details below to learn more about the historical happenings of this day. On this day, history comes alive!
Deaths
- Charles Jones (Canadian politician, born 1781)
- Karl August Kuhl (German surgeon)
- Richard FitzGerald King ((1810-1840))
- Thomas William Carr ((1801-1840))
- Wilhelm Johann Engelbrecht von Zoeckell (1783-1840)