January 21

Thursday 21, 1999:

War on Drugs: In one of the one of the largest drug busts in American history, the United States Coast Guard intercepts a ship with over 9,500 pounds (4,300 kg) of cocaine on board.

Tuesday 21, 1969:

An experimental underground nuclear reactor at Lucens Vad, Switzerland, released radiation into a cavern, which was then sealed.

Friday 21, 1853:

Russell L. Hawes patents the envelope-folding machine.

Monday 21, 1793:

Russia and Prussia partition Poland.

Saturday 21, 1189:

Philip II of France and Richard I of England begin to assemble troops to wage the Third Crusade.

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