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What Happened on July 27, 1897

Historical Events

  • 14.75" (37.5 cm) of rainfall, Jewell, Maryland (state 24-hr record)
  • Dutch government of Pierson/Goeman Borgesius resigns

Famous Birthdays

  • Biz Mackey, American Baseball HOF catcher (5 × East-West All-Star Game; NgL World Series 1925 Hilldale Daisies, 1946 Newark Eagles), born in Eagle Pass, Texas (d. 1965)

About July 27, 1897

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 127 years and 5 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo