Historical Events
- French runner Chantal Langlacé sets female world marathon record (2:46:24) in Neuf-Brisach, France
Famous Birthdays
- Juan Viedma, Dutch soccer player (Ajax, NEC), born in Heemskerk, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Rudolf Dassler, German entrepreneur (founder sportswear company Puma), dies at 76
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights
About October 27, 1974
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 5 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Haven't Done Nothin - Stevie Wonder
#1 Song: Everything I Own - Ken Boothe
