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
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
