1. On February 21, 1733, General James Edward Oglethorpe and the first group of English settlers arrived in Savannah and established the colony of Georgia. This marked the beginning of Georgia's rich history as a British colony and later as a state in the United States.

2. In 1927, on February 21, the iconic Coca-Cola bottling plant in Columbus, Georgia opened. The plant played a significant role in the growth of the city and became an important part of Georgia's economy.

3. On February 21, 1832, Wigfall Green died in Savannah, Georgia. He was the first African-American publisher in the state and an advocate for equal rights for African Americans. His legacy continues to inspire activists fighting for equality today.

4. In Atlanta, Georgia, on February 21, 1960, students from Spelman College, Morehouse College, and Atlanta University Center initiated sit-ins at segregated lunch counters. This marked the beginning of a larger civil rights movement that would take place in the city and across the country.

5. On February 21, 1973, Georgia native and country music legend, Little Jimmy Dickens, was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. Dickens started his career in the 1940s and became known for hits such as "May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose." His music continues to be cherished by fans today.