March 21st is also known as Memory Day and Common Courtesy Day.
We’re now on the 80th day of the year, and have 285 days left in 2025.
This day in history has a dark side with thousands being executed due to discrimination, but it was also a great day for animals, literature and online social media.
Did you know that on this day, March 21, 1963, Alcatraz prison in San Francisco Bay closed its gates for good? The prison had operated for over 29 years.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about March 21st in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on March 21 in history? Keep reading to find out!
A woman in Bangladesh gave birth to twins one month after giving birth previously.
It turned out that the mother had two uteruses.
The world’s largest postage stamp was released.
The Mother of Emirates postage stamp entered the Guinness World Records after measuring 1.36 x 1.77 meters.
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Sonequa Martin-Green? See what other famous people were born on this day.
2000
Jace Norman
American Actor
Age
25 years old
Born IN
New Mexico, USA
1997
TINI
Argentine Singer
Age
28 years old
Born IN
Buenos Aires, Argentina
1980
Ronaldinho
Brazilian Soccer Player
Age
45 years old
Born IN
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
1958
Gary Oldman
English Actor
Age
67 years old
Born IN
England, UK
1986
Scott Eastwood
American Actor
Age
39 years old
Born IN
California, USA
1985
Sonequa Martin-Green
American Actress
Age
40 years old
Born IN
Alabama, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
For those of you who were born on this day, your zodiac sign is Aries.
Aries like to be on the move and travel at a faster pace than most other people. This can sometimes make it difficult for most people to keep up.
All those born in the month of March have the Aquamarine birthstone. The aquamarine crystal is believed to bring peace, tranquility, and harmony while keeping one’s mind clear.
March’s primary birth flower, the daffodil, symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings, reflecting the rejuvenating spirit of those born this month. The secondary birth flower, the jonquil, represents desire and affection.
People born on this day were likely conceived on or around June 28th in the previous year.
The due date for babies conceived on March 21st, 2025, is around December 12th, 2025.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, March 21st has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1949 — 2025
George Foreman
American Boxer George Foreman was born on January 10, 1949. He died on this day in 2025, at age 76 in Texas, USA.
Special Holidays
If you've got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
United States
Memory Day
We were going to introduce you to today’s memorable holiday, but we can’t remember what it even is. Ah yes, that’s right, today is Memory Day! Why not celebrate by watching Finding Dory or playing memory games?
United States
National Common Courtesy Day
Without common courtesy, it’s safe to say that civilization would come crashing down. Maybe that’s a bit extreme, but that doesn’t mean it’s not important! Today, make it your goal to be kinder to your neighbors and hold doors for the people behind you.
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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