Historical Events
- 1st American lime kiln begins operation in Providence, Rhode Island
Famous Birthdays
- Richard Bentley, English classical scholar (Dissertation on the Epistles of Phalaris), started the 1st written examinations in the West, born in Oulton, England (d. 1742)
About January 27, 1662
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 362 years, 6 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
