21 May

Contemporary era

1927

Lindbergh lands in Paris

On 21 May 1927, Charles Lindbergh landed at Le Bourget after the first solo Atlantic flight.

Contemporary era

1881

American Red Cross founded

On 21 May 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross.

From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1471

Death of Henry VI of England

On 21 May 1471, King Henry VI died in the Tower of London, likely murdered.