1821 – Jarvis Island is discovered by the British ship Eliza Francis.
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1942 – The Battle of Alligator Creek takes place on the island of Guadalcanal.
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Today in History – August 21
1821 – Jarvis Island is discovered by the British ship Eliza Francis.
1942 – The Battle of Alligator Creek takes place on the island of Guadalcanal.