What Happened on July 27, 1943

Historical Events

  • 772 British bombers attack Hamburg

Famous Birthdays

  • Allan Ramsey, American rock bassist (Gary Lewis & the Playboys,1964-65 - "This Diamond Ring"), born in the USA (d. 1985)
  • Stu Gilliam, American actor and comedian (Roll Out, Harris & Company), born in Detroit, Michigan (d. 2013)

Famous Deaths

  • Harold Austin, Barbadian cricketer and captain of 1923 West Indies team to England, dies at 66
  • Herbert Roper Barrett, British tennis player (Wimbledon doubles 1909, 12, 13; Wimbledon singles 1908, 11 runner-up; Olympic gold indoor doubles 1908), dies at 69
Died in 1943 1943 Highlights

About July 27, 1943

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo