Historical Events
Greece Joins the Allies
Eleftherios Venizelos takes over as Prime Minister of Greece and severs relations with Central Powers, bringing Greece onside with the Allies in WWI
Famous Birthdays
- K. M. Rangnekar, Indian cricketer (batted in 3 Tests India v Australia 1947-48), born in Bombay, India (d. 1984)
- Ron Hayward, English politician, General Secretary of the Labour Party, born in Chipping Sodbury, Oxfordshire (d. 1996)
Famous Deaths
- Gustav von Schmoller, German economist (Lectern Socialism), dies at 79
- Karl Allmenröder, German World War I flying Ace, dies at 21
Died in 1917 1917 Highlights
About June 27, 1917
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer
