What Happened on August 27, 1932

Historical Events

  • 200,000 English textile workers strike
  • International anti-war congress opens in Amsterdam

Famous Birthdays

  • Antonia Fraser, British author and biographer (Mary Queen of Scots), born in London, England
  • François Glorieux, Flemish pianist and composer, born in Courtrai, Belgium
  • Mikhail Nikolayevich Burdayev, Feodosina Krim, Russian cosmonaut

About August 27, 1932

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 91 years, 8 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo