Fact 1: National Day Celebrations
July 27 is a significant day for some nations. North Korea celebrates Victory Day, also known as the Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War, signifying the end of the Korean War in 1953. Also, on this day, the Republic of Moldova commemorates its Declaration of Sovereignty in 1990.
Fact 2: The Wall Street Opening Bell
July 27, 1982, marked a significant shift from tradition. On this day, for the first time, the New York Stock Exchange did not use a gong but instead used an electronic bell to signal the start of a day's trading.
Fact 3: System Administrator Appreciation Day
On the last Friday of July, which sometimes falls on 27th, System Administrator Appreciation Day is celebrated. The day was created to appreciate the hard work done by system administrators to ensure that our digital lives run smoothly.
Fact 4: NASA's Mars Rover's Birthday
In 2014, NASA celebrated the Mars Rover's first "birthday" on Mars on July 27th. The rover sang the birthday song to itself, marking the first time a song was played on another planet.
Fact 5: Truce Between Japan and China
July 27, 1972, marked the ending of a bitter war between China and Japan. Officially recognised as a truce, both countries agreed to restore diplomatic relations on this day after a lengthy period of animosity.
Fact 6: Rutgers Preserving History
On July 27, 1865, Rutgers University in New Jersey, US, was designated as a land-grant institution. Land-grant colleges and universities were created to promote education in agriculture, science, military science, and engineering.
Fact 7: Cross Atlantic Cable
July 27 is responsible for a significant advancement in communication. On this day in 1866, the first permanent transatlantic telegraph cable successfully transmitted telegrams between Europe and North America.
Fact 8: 'Feels Like Teen Spirit' Release Date
The infamous song ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ by Nirvana was released on July 27, 1991. Since its release, this song has become an anthem for teens and young adults of the generation.
Fact 9: A Professor's Bizarre Death
On July 27, 1703, the Russian scientist, inventor, and professor Robert Kirke died under peculiar circumstances. According to local tales, he disappeared mysteriously after walking up Doon Hill in Scotland and was believed to have been taken by the fairies.
Fact 10: The Birth of Bugs Bunny
The iconic cartoon character, Bugs Bunny, made his first official appearance on July 27, 1940, in the animated short film 'Wild Hare.' The wascally wabbit has been entertaining children and adults alike for over eight decades now.
Fact 11: The First Broadcast of 'The Shadow'
On July 27, 1930, the first broadcast of the radio drama 'The Shadow' took place. The show, which is about a crime-fighting vigilante, ran for 18 years and was extremely popular among listeners.
Fact 12: The Birth of Alexandre Dumas
The famous French author Alexandre Dumas, known for his timeless classics like "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo," was born on July 27th, 1824.
Fact 13: A Record-breaking Temperature
July 27, 1915, holds the record for the highest temperature ever recorded in Africa. The temperature rose to a scorching 57.8 degrees Celsius (136 degrees Fahrenheit) in Al 'Aziziyah, Libya.
Fact 14: Signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement
On July 27, 1953, the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed, bringing an end to several years of devastating warfare on the Korean Peninsula.
Fact 15: Creation of the Department of Foreign Affairs in the Philippines
This day also marks a notable event in the Philippines, their Department of Foreign Affairs was created on July 27, 1898.
Fact 16: A Leap Second Added to Time
July 27, 2015, a leap second was added to the Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) to account for Earth's slowing rotation.
Fact 17: The Great Geese Migration
July 27 is the start of the geese migration season from the Arctic to warmer regions, one of the largest and visually mesmerizing avian migrations in the world.
Fact 18: The Death of Antonio Vivaldi
The virtuoso violinist and composer, Antonio Vivaldi, died on July 27, 1741. His influence is still present today, and his timeless works continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
Fact 19: Birth of Norman Lear
The renowned television writer and producer Norman Lear was born on this day in 1922. He is best known for producing 1970s sitcoms The Jeffersons, All in the Family and Sanford and Son.
Fact 20: The Release of Purple Rain
The classic album 'Purple Rain' by Prince was released on July 27, 1984. It showcased Prince's musical versatility and remains a beloved album decades later.