July 21

Elijah Jerry 'Pumpsie' Green made history on July 21, 1959, when he debuted for the Boston Red Sox as a pinch runner. The Red Sox had been the last Major League Baseball team to integrate, and Green's arrival symbolized a significant step toward racial equality in sports. He replaced Vic Wertz and remained at shortstop during a 2–1 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Green's perseverance and talent opened doors for future Black players in Boston. Though primarily used as a utility player, he contributed to the team's morale and diversity. His debut marked the end of a long-standing barrier in professional baseball. Green later became an advocate for civil rights and youth sports programs in his community.

Turkish-American explorer Erden Eruç achieved a landmark feat by circumnavigating the world using only human power. His journey, spanning 18 years and over 76,000 kilometers, combined rowing, cycling, and hiking across oceans and continents. Eruç began his voyage in 1999, facing extreme weather, ocean storms, and remote terrains without motorized support. He meticulously planned each leg, crossing seas by rowboat and traversing landmasses on bicycle. On July 21, 2012, he returned to Istanbul, setting a Guinness World Record and fulfilling a lifelong dream. The expedition showcased the limits of human endurance and inspired a new generation of adventurers.