Historical Events
- John Menard is 1st African American to make a speech in the US Congress
Famous Birthdays
- Alice Hamilton, American physician, scientist and social advocate (workmen's compensation laws, occupational illnesses), born in Manhattan, New York (d. 1970) [1]
Famous Deaths
- Justus Hiddes Halbertsma, Dutch Frisian writer, poet (Rhymes & Tales), lexicographer and linguist, and minister, dies at 79
Died in 1869 1869 Highlights
About February 27, 1869
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 155 years, 4 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
