Historical Events
- American Indian Movement occupy Wounded Knee in South Dakota
Historic Publication
Pope Paul VI publishes constitution motu proprio Quo aptius
- White Sox slugger Dick Allen signs 3 year $750,000 contract
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Taylor, Welsh rugby union centre and captain (52 Tests; Pontypool RFC, Swansea RFC, Scarlets, Sale FC, Ospreys), born in Blaenavon, Wales
Peter Andre (51 years old)
English singer (Flava, I Feel You) and TV personality (I'm a Celebrity), born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- Lucijan Marija Skerjanc, Yugoslav conductor and composer, dies at 72
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About February 27, 1973
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Killing Me Softly With His Song - Roberta Flack
- #1 Song: Cum On Feel The Noize - Slade