Ferdinand Magellan reaches the Pacific

On October 21, 1520

Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived at Cape Virgenes, becoming the first European to sail the Pacific Ocean.

This Day in History - October 21

1971

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's ITOS-B weather satellite launched atop a Delta rocket.

1915

The first radio message to go across the Atlantic Ocean was sent from Virginia to Paris.

1789

Following the women's march on Versailles, The National Assembly declared martial law in France to prevent future uprisings.

2021

Alec Baldwin accidentally used a live firearm during a movie rehearsal, during which he shot and killed a cinematographer.

1964

The American musical comedy ''My Fair Lady,” starring Audrey Hepburn, was released in the US.

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