February 21 in history: First railway journey, telephone book, and more
| Updated: Feb 21, 2021, 09:51 AM IST
Richard Nixon's visit to China, peace symbol designed, and more — here's what happened on this day in history
World's first railway journey takes place in Wales
World's first railway journey takes place in Wales
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World's first telephone book is issued in New Haven, Connecticut
World's first telephone book is issued in New Haven, Connecticut
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The peace symbol is designed by Gerald Holtom
The peace symbol is designed by Gerald Holtom
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Malcolm X is assassinated while giving a talk in Harlem
Malcolm X is assassinated while giving a talk in Harlem
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Richard Nixon becomes first US President to visit China
Richard Nixon becomes first US President to visit China