On this day

21 April in history.

5 moments from 753 BC to 1977: discovery, creativity and courage, each with a source to read more.

5 moments

This is a photo of a monument in Brazil identified by the ID

1960

Brasília becomes Brazil's capital. A brand-new city, built in just a few years in the middle of the country, became Brazil's capital. Its bold buildings were designed by Oscar Niemeyer.

Wikipedia: Brasília

Photo: Arturdiasr / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

More from 21 April

  1. Capitoline Wolf, the she-wolf with Romulus and Remus

    c. 753 BC

    The legendary birthday of Rome

    By tradition, this is the day Romulus founded Rome. The city still celebrates its birthday every April.

    Wikipedia: Founding of RomeWikipedia: Romulus and Remus

    Photo: Unknown author / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)

  2. The Laguna Copperplate Inscription on display

    900

    A debt is forgiven

    A copper plate recorded that a noblewoman and her family were freed from a debt. It is the oldest known written document from the Philippines.

    Wikipedia: Laguna Copperplate Inscription

    Photo: Chipmunkdavis / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  3. Aquaduct Mriehel, Malta

    1615

    Fresh water for Valletta

    The Wignacourt Aqueduct opened in Malta, carrying water from the hills to the capital.

    Wikipedia: Wignacourt Aqueduct

    Photo: Continentaleurope / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

  4. Midtown Manhattan, New York City

    1977

    Annie opens on Broadway

    The musical about a hopeful orphan opened in New York. Its song "Tomorrow" is still sung by optimists everywhere.

    Wikipedia: Annie (musical)

    Photo: Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)

Moments chosen for discovery, creativity and courage. Each one links to a source where you can read more; photos are credited to their owners.