1828day.year
Initial issue of the Cherokee Phoenix is the first periodical to use the Cherokee syllabary invented by Sequoyah.
The Cherokee Phoenix, the first newspaper to use the Cherokee syllabary, publishes its inaugural issue in 1828.
On February 21, 1828, the Cherokee Phoenix released its first edition in New Echota, becoming the first periodical printed in a Native American language. Utilizing the syllabary created by Sequoyah, the newspaper featured news in both Cherokee and English, aiming to inform and unite the Cherokee Nation. It reported on tribal affairs, U.S. policy toward Native Americans, and cultural topics, fostering literacy and political awareness. The Phoenix represented a milestone in Indigenous journalism and resistance, giving the Cherokee a powerful voice amid growing U.S. expansion. Though it ceased publication in 1834, the paper's legacy endures as a symbol of cultural resilience and innovation.
1828
Cherokee Phoenix
Cherokee syllabary
Sequoyah
1885day.year
The newly completed Washington Monument is dedicated.
The 555-foot-tall Washington Monument in Washington, D.C., is officially dedicated after decades of construction.
Construction of the Washington Monument began in 1848 but was halted by funding issues and the Civil War, leaving it incomplete for over 25 years.
Work resumed in 1876 under the direction of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the final marble capstone was placed in 1884.
On February 21, 1885, President Grover Cleveland presided over the dedication ceremony, celebrating national unity and honoring George Washington’s legacy.
The obelisk became the tallest structure in the world at the time, symbolizing American ambition and engineering prowess.
Today, it stands as an iconic landmark of the nation’s capital and a testament to perseverance in public works.
1885
Washington Monument
1925day.year
The New Yorker publishes its first issue.
The New Yorker magazine published its first issue in 1925, introducing its unique blend of literature, essays, and cartoons.
The New Yorker magazine published its inaugural issue on February 21, 1925.
Founded by Harold Ross, it aimed to serve sophisticated urban readers with literary fiction, commentary, and humor.
Featuring cartoons, poetry, and essays, it presented a distinctive blend of culture and wit.
Over the decades, it showcased prominent writers and became an icon of American magazine publishing.
Its signature tone and design influenced journalism and literary culture worldwide.
1925
The New Yorker
1958day.year
The CND symbol, aka peace symbol, commissioned by the Direct Action Committee in protest against the Atomic Weapons Research Establishment, is designed and completed by Gerald Holtom.
The iconic peace symbol, created by artist Gerald Holtom for the Direct Action Committee’s anti-nuclear protest, debuts as a lasting emblem of pacifism.
On February 21, 1958, Gerald Holtom completed the design of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) symbol for the Direct Action Committee's protest against the British Atomic Weapons Research Establishment. The minimalist circle and semaphore-inspired lines quickly resonated with activists, encapsulating hopes for peace and disarmament. Originally intended for print and banners, the symbol spread rapidly at marches and demonstrations. Its universal imagery transcended cultural and linguistic barriers, becoming synonymous with the global peace movement. Over subsequent decades, the design was adopted by civil rights and anti-war movements worldwide. Today, the peace symbol remains one of the most recognized icons of nonviolent protest.
1958
peace symbol
Direct Action Committee
Atomic Weapons Research Establishment
Gerald Holtom