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We share “This Day in History” every day to help make our readers well-rounded and informed. It offers a chance to learn, appreciate our culture, make better decisions, and see the world from a wider perspective. Through understanding past events, we aim to help readers engage more with the present and future.

  • 21st June 1788
    New Hampshire becomes the ninth and last necessary state to ratify the Constitution of the United States, thereby making the document the law of the land.
  • 21st June 1898
    The United States captures Guam from Spain during the Spanish-American War, marking a significant expansion of U.S. territory.
  • 21st June 1919
    The German fleet scuttles itself at Scapa Flow, but the event brings a peaceful resolution to the fate of the German navy post-World War I.
  • 21st June 1948
    Columbia Records introduces the long-playing (LP) record, revolutionizing the music industry with longer play times and better sound quality.
  • 21st June 1964
    The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is approved after surviving an 83-day filibuster in the United States Senate, marking a pivotal moment in American civil rights history.
  • 21st June 1982
    Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, is born, bringing joy and celebration to the British royal family and their admirers worldwide.
  • 21st June 1989
    Tim Berners-Lee, working at CERN, releases the first version of HTML, laying the groundwork for the World Wide Web.
  • 21st June 1990
    Arkansas native, Bill Clinton, announces his candidacy for the Presidency of the United States, which he eventually wins in 1992.
  • 21st June 1997
    The WNBA plays its first game, marking a significant moment for women's sports in the United States.
  • 21st June 2000
    The Democratic Republic of the Congo celebrates its 40th anniversary of independence, marking four decades of self-governance.
  • 21st June 2003
    Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth book in J.K. Rowling's series, is released, delighting fans worldwide.
  • 21st June 2004
    SpaceShipOne completes the first privately funded human spaceflight, opening the doors for commercial space exploration.
  • 21st June 2005
    Edgar Ray Killen is found guilty of manslaughter for the deaths of three civil rights workers in 1964, providing a measure of justice after decades.
  • 21st June 2010
    Greenland assumes self-rule with the Queen of Denmark remaining head of state, marking an important step towards full independence.
  • 21st June 2013
    Legendary Arkansas musician Glen Campbell is honored with a special tribute at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee.
  • 21st June 2014
    Shakira's "La La La (Brazil 2014)" becomes a hit during the FIFA World Cup, bringing joy to football fans worldwide.
  • 21st June 2016
    The Panama Canal expansion project is completed, significantly enhancing global maritime trade routes.
  • 21st June 2018
    Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team advances to the College World Series finals, thrilling sports fans across the state.
  • 21st June 2020
    Solar eclipse visible in parts of Africa and Asia captivates viewers worldwide with its rare celestial beauty.
  • 21st June 2021
    Fayetteville, Arkansas celebrates its first "Summer Solstice Music Festival," bringing together local artists and community members for a day of music and fun.

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