Timeline February 1921

Events in February 1921 9

• 1842 – 1921 Peter Kropotkin (1842-1921) Died 8 February 1921, aged 78 Peter Kropotkin, the Russian prince turned anarchist philosopher and geographer, died near Moscow. His writings on mutual aid and anarchist communism influenced radical movements across Europe. His funeral in Moscow drew one of the last large public demonstrations tolerated by the Bolshevik government.
• 1921 – 2006 Betty Friedan (1921-2006) Died 4 February 2006, aged 85 Betty Friedan, author of "The Feminine Mystique" and co-founder of the National Organization for Women, died on her 85th birthday. Her 1963 book is widely credited with sparking the second wave of American feminism. She remained an influential feminist voice until her death.
• 1921 – 1995 Lana Turner (1921-1995) American actress, one of MGM's biggest stars, known for The Postman Always Rings Twice and Imitation of Life.
• 1921 Lana Turner born in Wallace, Idaho Lana Turner is born in Wallace, Idaho.
• 1921 – 1981 Vera-Ellen (1921-1981) American dancer and actress, partner of Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire and Danny Kaye.
• 1921 Vera-Ellen born in Norwood Vera-Ellen is born in Norwood.
• 1921 – 2002 John Rawls (1921-2002) Died 24 November 2002, aged 81 The American philosopher John Rawls revived political philosophy with A Theory of Justice in 1971, arguing that fair principles are those people would choose behind a 'veil of ignorance' about their own place in society. His idea of justice as fairness became the central reference point for debates on liberalism, equality and rights. He taught at Harvard for most of his career.
• 1921 – 2007 Betty Hutton (1921-2007) American actress and singer, Paramount's high-energy musical star of the 1940s.
• 1921 Betty Hutton born in Battle Creek Betty Hutton is born in Battle Creek.