What Happened on May 27, 1953

Historical Events

  • Dutch social democratic/Dutch Liberal Party win municipal elections

Famous Deaths

  • Jesse Burkett, American Baseball HOF left fielder (NL batting champion 1895-96, 1901; 240 hits in 1896 MLB record for 15 years; Cleveland Spiders, St. Louis Perfectos/Cardinals), dies at 84
Died in 1953 1953 Highlights

About May 27, 1953

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 70 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: I Believe - Frankie Laine