The 21st of October is a date that has seen the birthdays of many illustrious individuals throughout history. From historical figures to contemporary stars, October 21st has been a day filled with notable events and achievements. Below is a list of some of the most renowned people born on this special day.
1. George Duke of Clarence
Born on October 21, 1449, George was the younger brother of King Edward IV and King Richard III of England. He is remembered for his role in the Plantagenet dynasty and his eventual execution by King Henry VI. Despite his early death, George's descendants continue to play significant roles in English history.
2. Louis I, Cardinal of Guise
Cardinal Louis I of Guise was a prominent figure in French history during the Renaissance. He held several important positions within the Church, including the Cardinal-Bishop of Metz. His assassination in 1578 marked the beginning of the French Wars of Religion.
3. Wolfgang Schonsleder
Composer Wolfgang Schonsleder was born in Germany and composed several church works, including the Missa super Laudate. He is remembered for his contributions to music during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods.
4. Nicolò Rubini
Italian composer Nicolò Rubini was a prominent figure in the Italian musical community. He is best known for his contributions to church music, particularly in the development of the monody. Rubini was born in Crevalcore and died in 1625.
5. Domenico Zampieri
Italian painter Domenico Zampieri, also known as "Zampieri", was a key figure in the Italian art scene during the early 17th century. He is best known for his paintings, including the famous "Venus of Urbino". Zampieri was born in Udine in 1581 and died in 1641.
6. John Ernest of Nassau-Siegen
John Ernest of Nassau-Siegen was a military officer and the son of King John VII of the Netherlands. He is remembered for his role in command, liaison, counter-terrorism and special forces operations during the early 17th century.
7. Jean Bart
French naval captain Jean Bart was a privateer and a sea hero during the 17th century. He is best known for his escape from Plymouth during the Napoleonic Wars. Bart was born in Dunkirk in 1650 and died in 1702.
8. Georg Ernst Stahl
German scientist Georg Ernst Stahl was a prominent figure in the Field of Natural Philosophy. He is best known for his invention of the alembic still, a device used in the production of Alcohol. Stahl was born in Eisenach in 1672 and died in 1734.
9. Pylyp Orlyk
Ukrainian Zaporozhian Cossack starshina and diplomat Pylyp Orlyk was born in Vileyka Raion, Belarus. He was a significant figure in Ukrainian history, particularly during the Russo-Turkish War. Orlyk was born in 1675 and died in 1742.
10. Emperor Higashiyama of Japan
Emperor Higashiyama of Japan was a Japanese emperor who reigned during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He is best known for his role in the Abeno Incident, which led to the fall of the Edo Dynasty and the rise of the Meiji Restoration.
11. Francisco José Coutinho
Portuguese composer Francisco Jos é Coutinho was born in Portugal and was a prominent figure in the Brazilian music scene. He is remembered for his compositions, including the polka "O Valsa Ligeira". Coutinho was born in Lisbon in 1687 and died in 1724.
12. Nikolaus I Bernoulli
Swiss mathematician Nikolaus I Bernoulli was a key figure in the field of mathematics. He is best known for his work in optics, including the study of light propagation through diffraction gratings. Bernoulli was born in Basel in 1712 and died in 1759.
13. Sir James Steuart
British economist Sir James Steuart was a key figure in the field of economic theory. He is best known for his work on political economy, particularly in the development of rent theory. Steuart was born in Edinburgh in 1725 and died in 1780.
14. Franz Moritz Graf von Lacy
Austrian field marshal Franz Moritz Graf von Lacy was a prominent figure in European history during the Napoleonic Wars. He held several important positions within the Austro-Hungarian Empire, including the commands of the奥地利 army and the Austro-Hungarian forces in Italy. Lacy was born in Oedenburg in 1751 and died in 1801.
15. David Moritz Michael
Moravian conductor and composer David Moritz Michael was born in Kühnhausen, Prussia and was one of the most influential figures in Czech music history. He was known for his operas and zarzuelas, including "Die Wasserfahrt – The Water Journey", which was adapted into a film by Michael Curtiz. Michael was born in Kühnhausen in 1757 and died in 1827.
16. Pierre Augereau
Marshal of France and Duke of Castiglione Pierre Augereau was a prominent figure in French military history during the Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. He was known for his lightning-fast cavalry units and was recognized for his battlefield successes. Augereau was born in Paris in 1733 and died in 1816.
17. Louis Albert Guislain Bacler d'Albe
French cartographer and general Louis Albert Guislain Bacler d'Albe was a key figure in the development of French geography and military maps during the early 19th century. He was born in Saint-Pol in 1762 and died in 1824.
