John J. Greenough’s Patent Model of a Sewing Machine

On February 21, 1842

The first sewing machine was patented in the US.

Invented by John Greenough, the machine consisted of a needle with two points and an eye in the center.

This Day in History - February 21

1864

Saint Francis Xavier Church in Baltimore, Maryland, became the first church exclusively for blacks in the US.

1440

The Prussian Confederation was formed.

1878

The first telephone directory was issued, which consisted of a single card with 50 names and addresses in Connecticut, USA.

1965

Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City, USA.

1972

The USSR's uncrewed Luna 20 lunar lander successfully touched down on the surface of the Moon.

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