May 20
Today In History

Historical Events in 1821

1821 Final stage of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain with Plan of Iguala.

1821 Greek War of Independence reached a turning point as Greek revolutionaries seized Kalavryta, marking a significant step towards their quest for freedom.

1821 In 1821, the Greek War of Independence reached a turning point with the Battle and fall of the city of Kalamata. This event marked a significant step towards Greece's liberation from Ottoman rule.

1821 In 1821, the fervor for freedom ignited as the Greek War of Independence erupted. This historic struggle paved the way for the birth of modern Greece, marking a defining moment in the nation's history.

1821 Benderli Ali Pasha's fleeting leadership in the Ottoman Empire underscores the unpredictable nature of political power in turbulent times.

1821 Emperor Napoleon's exile concludes on Saint Helena, marking the end of an era in world politics.

1821 The inaugural issue of The Manchester Guardian, now The Guardian, hits stands, becoming a journalistic powerhouse.

1821 Greece's fight for independence took a decisive turn as Greek forces emerged victorious in the Battle of Gravia Inn. This triumph marked a significant step forward in their quest for autonomy.

1821 Valtetsi witnessed the first major battle of the Greek War of Independence against the Turks in 1821, a fierce clash that symbolized Greece's fight for sovereignty and freedom.

1821 The Greek rebels establish the Peloponnesian Senate, marking a unique step toward Greek independence. This momentous event reflects the relentless pursuit of freedom during the Greek War of Independence.

1821 The Sudanese kingdom of Sennar met its demise in 1821 when King Badi VII surrendered his throne and realm to Isma'il Pasha, a general of the Ottoman Empire, marking a turning point in the history of Sudan.

1821 End of Sennar Kingdom: Badi VII, king of Sennar, surrendered his throne to Ismail Pasha, an Ottoman Empire general, concluding the 300-year-old Sudanese kingdom.

1821 The Ottomans decisively defeated the Filiki Eteria in Drăgășani, Wallachia, marking a significant turning point in history.

1821 Venezuela's fight for independence reaches a defining moment as the Battle of Carabobo unfolds, paving the way for the nation's eventual liberation from Spanish colonial rule.

1821 In response to Cypriot support for the Greek War of Independence, a tragic event unfolds as 470 prominent Cypriots, including Archbishop Kyprianos, face execution.

1821 A pivotal moment unfolds as the Kingdom of Spain cedes the territory of Florida to the United States, shaping the future of this region.

1821 The coronation of George IV of the United Kingdom took place in 1821 AD, symbolizing a significant moment in British history.

1821 Amid the relentless Mora Rebellion, Greek forces stage a daring coup by capturing Monemvasia Castle, relocating Turkish troops and citizens to Asia Minor's distant shores.

1821 In a historic declaration, José de San Martín proclaimed Peru's independence from Spanish colonial rule, marking a turning point in South American history.

1821 The first issue of The Saturday Evening Post is published, marking the beginning of a long and influential history as a weekly newspaper that would play a significant role in American journalism.

1821 The discovery of Jarvis Island by the crew of the ship Eliza Frances added another chapter to the exploration of remote Pacific islands.

1821 The Mexican War of Independence reaches its culmination as the Treaty of Córdoba is signed in the city of Córdoba, Veracruz, marking Mexico's path to nationhood and sovereignty.

1821 The Captaincy General of Guatemala boldly declared its independence from Spain, setting the stage for a new era in Central America.

1821 Greek rebels capture Tripolitsa during the Greek War of Independence, a pivotal moment in Greek history.

1821 September 27, 1821, marked a triumphant day for Mexico as the Army of the Three Guarantees, led by Agustín de Iturbide, entered Mexico City. The following day, Mexico declared its independence, shaping its future as a sovereign nation.

1821 The Mexican Empire drafts the Declaration of Independence, later made public on October 13.

1821 During the War of Independence, the Peruvian Navy was founded, bolstering Peru's quest for freedom.

1821 The Mexican Empire publicly proclaims its Declaration of Independence, signifying a historic milestone in Mexican history.

1821 Rufina Alfaro's resounding Cry of Independence echoes in La Villa de Los Santos, Panama, igniting a revolt that leads to Panama's liberation from Spanish rule and its immediate integration into Colombia.

1821 Panama celebrates its Independence Day as it boldly severs its ties with the Spanish colonial rule, joining the nascent state of Gran Colombia in a defining moment of nationhood.

1821 Patriarch Gregory V of Constantinople meets a tragic end, hanged by Ottoman authorities, symbolizing a tumultuous era's brutality.

1821 Psara joins Greece's fight for independence, a crucial moment in the Greek War of Independence.

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