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Events in November 1921 4
1921 – 2003Charles Bronson (1921-2003)Died 30 August 2003, aged 81Charles Bronson was a film actor known for tough, laconic roles in Westerns, war films and thrillers, including 'The Magnificent Seven', 'The Dirty Dozen', 'Once Upon a Time in the West' and the 'Death Wish' series. He became a major draw in Europe before achieving top billing in the United States.
1921 – 1977James Jones (1921-1977)Died 9 May 1977, aged 55James Jones was an American novelist best known for From Here to Eternity, drawn from his own military service before Pearl Harbor. The book won the National Book Award and was adapted into an Academy Award-winning film.
1921Washington Naval Conference opensMajor powers meet to limit naval armamentsRepresentatives of the United States, Britain, Japan, France, and other powers convened in Washington to negotiate limits on naval armaments and Pacific security arrangements. The talks led to the Five-Power Treaty and other agreements signed the following February. It was the first major international disarmament conference of the twentieth century.
1921 – 2004Rodney Dangerfield (1921-2004)Died 5 October 2004, aged 82Dangerfield was an American comedian famed for his self-deprecating catchphrase "I don't get no respect." He starred in films including "Caddyshack" and "Back to School" after decades as a stand-up performer.