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What Happened on August 27, 1871

Famous Birthdays

Theodore Dreiser (1871-1945)

American novelist (Sister Carie, American Tragedy), born in Terre Haute, Indiana

Famous Deaths

  • William Whiting Boardman, American politician (Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut), dies at 76
Died in 1871 1871 Highlights

About August 27, 1871

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo