What happened on Thursday March 03, 1921?

Here's what happened on March 03, 1921:

• Discovery of Insulin: A Medical Breakthrough Dr. Frederick Banting and Dr. Charles Best announced the groundbreaking discovery of insulin in Toronto, Canada. This revolutionary medical advancement would fundamentally transform the treatment of diabetes, offering hope to millions of patients worldwide who previously faced a near-certain fatal diagnosis. The discovery marked a pivotal moment in medical history, enabling effective management of diabetes and saving countless lives.
• South African Racial Segregation Policy Proposal The South African Government-established Asiatic Inquiry Commission proposed a discriminatory policy framework involving voluntary repatriation and strict segregation of Indians. The commission's recommendations included prohibiting Indians from purchasing agricultural land in specific coastal regions, reflecting the systemic racial discrimination prevalent during this period of South African history.
• Birth of Allen Ginsberg Allen Ginsberg, a prominent Beat Generation poet who would later receive the 1969 Arts and Letters Award, was born. Ginsberg would become a significant cultural figure, known for his groundbreaking poetry and influential role in the counterculture movement of the mid-20th century.

Events in 1921

March 03, 1921: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 03, 1921

Newspapers from Mar. 03, 1921

March 03, 1921 was a Thursday and it was the 62nd day of the year 1921 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 03, 1921 can also be written as 3/3/1921 in the US and as 3/3/1921 in UK and Europe.

March 03, 1921 in March 1921 calendar

Famous people born on March 03, 1921:

• Diana Barrymore

  A member of the famous Barrymore acting dynasty, Diana was a talented actress who struggled with alcoholism and personal challenges.

• Paul Guimard

  A French writer renowned for his literary works and passion for the ocean.

• Ernst Haas

  A renowned photographer known for his significant contributions to color photography and artistic visual storytelling.

• Doc Paskowitz

  A pioneering American surfer and physician who abandoned medicine to pursue surfing.

• Junior Parker

  An influential blues singer and songwriter from Arkansas, known for his hit song 'Mystery Train' and his contributions to the blues music...

• Roger Poincelet

Famous people born in 1921

Famous people born on March 3rd

Famous people died on March 03, 1921:

• George Barlow
• Pierre Cuypers
• Auguste Mercier

Famous people who died in 1921

Famous people who died on March 3rd

March 03, 1921: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 03, 1921 was The Old Rugged Cross by Homer Rodeheaver & Virginia Asher, according to the music chart for the week February 28th and March 6th.

1. Homer Rodeheaver & Virginia Asher - The Old Rugged Cross
2. Original Dixieland Jazz Band - Palesteena

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 3rd is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 03, 1921: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 03, 1921 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 03, 1921 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 03, 1921 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on March 03, 1921 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 21% full, rising at 02:27 am and setting at 01:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 22, 1921 while the next full moon would come on Mar 23, 1921.

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Your place in the Universe on March 03, 1921

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Someone born on March 03, 1921 is:

104 years 2 months old,

or 1250 months and 11 days old,

or 5436 weeks and 6 days old,

or 38058 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 03, 1921?

There are 294 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 3rd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 03, 1921?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on March 03, 1921.

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