Friday, August 21, 2026

History for August 21

History for August 21 - On-This-Day.com 
Jim McMahon 1959
  • 1841 - A patent for venetian blinds was issued to John Hampton.
  • 1888 - The adding machine was patented by William Burroughs.
  • 1923 - In Kalamazoo, Michigan, an ordinance was passed forbidding dancers from gazing into the eyes of their partner.
  • 1959 - Hawaii became the 50th state. U.S. President Eisenhower also issued the order for the 50 star flag.
  • 1996 - The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 was signed by U.S. President Clinton. The act made it easier to obtain and keep health insurance.

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