This Day in History for November 21

Brussels lockdown
NOV 21 Saturday 2026
Featured event 2015

Brussels lockdown

The Belgian government imposed a four-day security lockdown in Brussels based on information about potential terrorist attacks.

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On This Day Quote

“Well done is better than well said.”

— Benjamin Franklin
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What happened on this day

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  1. 2022
    West Java earthquake

    A magnitude 5.6 earthquake on the Indonesian island of Java kills between 335 and 602 people.

  2. 2021
    An SUV plows through a Christmas parade in Waukesha

    An SUV plows through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, killing six and injuring 62.

  3. 2019
    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is indicted on charges of bribery

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is indicted on charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.

  4. 2019
    Tesla launches the SUV Cybertruck. A gaffe occurs during the launch event when…

    Tesla launches the SUV Cybertruck. A gaffe occurs during the launch event when its "unbreakable" windows shatter during demonstration.

  5. 2017
    Robert Mugabe formally resigns as President of Zimbabwe

    Robert Mugabe formally resigns as President of Zimbabwe, after thirty-seven years in office.

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On This Day Quote

“Well done is better than well said.”

— Benjamin Franklin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on November 21?

One highlighted entry is from 2015: The Belgian government imposed a four-day security lockdown in Brussels based on information about potential terrorist attacks.

Who was born on November 21?

People listed for November 21 include Liz (South Korean singer) (2004), Rico Lewis (2004), and Rizky Ridho (2001).

What observances fall on November 21?

Observances listed for November 21 include World Television Day (United Nations observance), Christian feast days: Amelberga of Susteren, and Christian feast days: Digain.

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