What Happened on February 27, 1932

Historical Events

  • Explosion in coal mine Boissevain, Virginia, USA leaves 38 dead

Famous Birthdays

  • David Young, Baron Young of Graffham, British politician (House of Lords, 1984-2022), cabinet minister, and businessman (CEO of Cables & Wireless), born in London, England (d. 2022)
  • Dolf Zwerver, Frisian-Dutch fantasy painter, born in Nijehaske, Netherlands (d. 2010)

Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011)

English-American actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian (Father of the Bride, Butterfield 8, Cleopatra), and serial bride, born in London, England


Famous Deaths

  • William Southam, Canadian newspaper publisher, dies at 88
Died in 1932 1932 Highlights

About February 27, 1932

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces