What Happened on November 27, 1965

Historical Events

  • 15-25,000 demonstrate against war in Vietnam in Washington, D.C.
  • 1966 NFL Draft: University of Texas linebacker Tommy Nobis #1 pick by Atlanta Falcons
  • 30th Iron Bowl: Alabama beats Auburn 30-3 in Birmingham
  • CFL Grey Cup, CNE Stadium, Toronto: Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeat Winn Blue Bombers, 22-16; strong winds meant all scoring occurred by the team going with the wind

Famous Birthdays

  • Danielle Ammaccapane, American golfer (7 LPGA Tour titles), born in Babylon, New York
  • Fiachna O'Braonáin, Irish pop guitarist (Hothouse Flowers-Don't Go), born in Dublin, Ireland
  • Kathleen Heddle, Canadian rower (Olympic gold coxless pair, 8's 1992; double sculls 1996), born in Trail, British Columbia (d. 2021)
  • Raffaella Reggi, Italian tennis player (US Open mixed doubles 1986), born in Faenza, Italy

Famous Deaths

  • Carl Parrish, American composer, dies at 61
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights

About November 27, 1965

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 4 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Hear A Symphony - The Supremes
  • UK #1 Song: The Carnival Is Over - Seekers