Historical Events
- 102°F highest temperature ever recorded in Cleveland in August
Famous Birthdays
- Paul Justman, American documentarian (Standing in the Shadows of Motown), music video director and lyricist (J. Geils Band), born in Washington D.C. (d. 2023)
- Sgt. Slaughter, American professional wrestler, born in Meeker County, Minnesota
Famous Deaths
- Charles Evans Hughes, American statesman, Republican politician and 11th Chief Justice of Supreme Court (1930-41), dies at 86
- Oley Speaks, American composer (On the Road to Mandalay), dies at 74
- Oscar Lorenzo Fernández, Brazilian conductor and composer (Imbapara), dies at 50
1948 Highlights
About August 27, 1948
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo