Fact 1: The Golden Gate Bridge's Grand Opening
On May 27, 1937, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco was first opened to the public. Initially, only pedestrian traffic was allowed. Many people from all over the area flocked to walk across this amazing architectural masterpiece, making it a memorable day in history.
Fact 2: The First Successful Jupiter Impact Probe
On May 27, 1995, the Galileo spacecraft released its probe towards Jupiter. This was the first successful probe to enter the atmosphere of Jupiter and it provided valuable data about the planet's atmosphere and composition.
Fact 3: Birthday of Vincent Price
Well-known for his distinctive, spooky voice, legendary actor Vincent Price was born on May 27, 1911. Price is most renowned for numerous horror films and for his narration in Michael Jackson's famous "Thriller" music video.
Fact 4: "The Bride of Frankenstein" Premiered
On May 27, 1935, the cult classic horror film "The Bride of Frankenstein" premiered in the United States. The movie is considered to be one of the greatest horror films of all time.
Fact 5: The Classy Christopher Lee
Another unforgettable horror film legend, Sir Christopher Lee, was born on May 27th, 1922. He became famous for his roles in 'Dracula', 'The Lord of the Rings' series and 'Star Wars' prequel trilogy.
Fact 6: Japanese Nobel Laureate's Birthday
Kenzaburo Oe, the Nobel Laureate for Literature in 1994, was born on May 27, 1935. His works are credited for addressing complex issues such as the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
Fact 7: The 1967 Football European Cup Victory
On this day, Celtic Football Club from Glasgow became the first British club to win the prestigious European Cup in 1967. They defeated Inter Milan, solidifying their place as one of Europe's top football clubs.
Fact 8: The Birth of an Automotive Giant
Isuzu, a well-known automobile manufacturer today, was founded on May 27, 1916, in Tokyo, Japan. They have built outstanding vehicles, from passenger cars to heavy-duty trucks.
Fact 9: Death of Iconic Poet Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman, an influential American poet, essayist, and journalist, famed for his collection "Leaves of Grass," passed away on May 27, 1892. His work remains inspirational to many, even after more than a century.
Fact 10: The Sears Tower in Chicago Was Topped Off
On May 27, 1973, the construction of the famous Willis Tower, originally known as the Sears Tower, reached its completion. It remained the tallest building in the world until 1998.
Fact 11: Birthday of Culinary Icon Julia Child
Julia Child, who revolutionized American cuisine with her cookbook and television shows, was posthumously awarded the Legion of Honor by France on her birthday, May 27 in 2004.
Fact 12: The First Cartoon with Synced Sound
On May 27, 1928, Disney released a Short film, 'Plane Crazy', where Mickey Mouse made his first sound appearance, changing animation history forever.
Fact 13: The First Indianapolis 500 Auto Race
The inaugural Indianapolis 500 auto race took place on May 27, 1911, and the winner was Ray Harroun.
Fact 14: Celebrating the Worth of Biodiversity
May 27th is celebrated as the International Day for Biological Diversity. The day is dedicated to promoting biodiversity issues worldwide.
Fact 15: The First Woman To Fly in Space
On May 27, 1999, Patricia Hilliard Robertson, an American astronaut, became the first woman to fly in space.
Fact 16: A Major Earthquake Shook South America
On May 27, 1960, one of the deadliest earthquakes in history, a magnitude of 9.5, occurred in southern Chile, causing tsunamis that reached across the Pacific Ocean.
Fact 17: The “Blue Moon” Phenomenon
On May 27, 2007, a rare "blue moon" occurred. A blue moon is the term for the second full moon in a single calendar month, which is a rare event.
Fact 18: Rwanda’s Liberation Day
Rwandans celebrate Liberation Day on May 27 to mark the end of the 1994 genocide, where the Rwandan Patriotic Front emerged victorious.
Fact 19: The Battle of Tsushima
May 27, 1905, saw the end of the Battle of Tsushima during the Russo-Japanese War. It was the first defeat of a European naval fleet by an Asian power in modern times.
Fact 20: The Land Run of 1895
On May 27, 1895, the Land Run took place in Oklahoma, USA. This event allowed individuals to claim plots of land in a first-come, first-serve basis, significantly contributing to the population boom known as the 'Oklahoma Boomers'.