What Happened on November 27, 1967

Historical Events

De Gaulle's Non!

French President Charles de Gaulle said 'Non!' to British entry to the European Common Market for the second time

  • Gold pool nations pledge support of $35 per ounce gold price

Jimi Hendrix in Ireland

Jimi Hendrix headlines bill (including The Move and Pink Floyd) for 2 shows at Whitla Hall, Queens College, in Belfast - his only concerts in Ireland

  • The Beatles release their album "Magical Mystery Tour" in US; issued as an EP in UK in December

Famous Birthdays

  • Garry Valk, Canadian NHL left wing, 1990-2003 (Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and 3 other teams) and broadcaster (Vancouver Canucks), born in Edmonton, Alberta
  • Laura Golarsa, Italian tennis star (Oklahoma City doubles), born in Milan, Italy

Famous Deaths

  • (Héctor) Ettore Panizza, Argentinian composer (Aurora; Bizancio). and opera conductor, dies at 92
  • Cameron Prud'Homme, American actor (Rainmaker), dies after long illness at 75
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About November 27, 1967

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 5 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Daydream Believer - The Monkees
  • UK #1 Song: Let The Heartaches Begin - Long John Baldry