A journey through history: What happened on July 27th

July 27 in history: What Happened?

July 27 has seen numerous significant events throughout history, across various fields such as politics, science, and culture. Here are some notable events that occurred on this date:

Historical Events for July 27

• 1214: Battle of Bouvines
  The Battle of Bouvines took place on this day, where King Philip II of France decisively defeated an army of the Holy Roman Empire, England, and Flanders. This battle consolidated French power in Europe and marked the rise of the Capetian dynasty.
• 1689: Glorious Revolution
  During the Glorious Revolution, the Battle of Killiecrankie was fought in Scotland. The Jacobite forces won, but their leader, John Graham of Claverhouse, Viscount Dundee, was killed, hindering the Jacobite cause.
• 1866: Atlantic Cable Completed
  The first permanent transatlantic telegraph cable was successfully completed, allowing for instantaneous communication between Europe and North America, which revolutionized global communication.
• 1940: Bugs Bunny Debut
  Bugs Bunny, the iconic animated character, made his official debut in the Warner Bros. cartoon “A Wild Hare.” The character quickly became one of the most famous and enduring figures in animation.
• 1953: Korean Armistice Agreement
  The Korean Armistice Agreement was signed at Panmunjom, ending three years of fighting on the Korean peninsula. The conflict resulted in an estimated 4 million deaths and set the stage for the ongoing division of Korea into North and South.
• 1974: House Judiciary Committee Votes for Nixon’s Impeachment
  The U.S. House Judiciary Committee voted to recommend the first article of impeachment against President Richard Nixon, charging him with obstruction of justice in the Watergate scandal.
• 1990: Belarus Declares Independence
  Belarus declared its sovereignty from the Soviet Union, joining other Soviet republics in seeking independence as the USSR began to dissolve.

Cultural and Scientific Milestones for July 27

• 1890: Vincent van Gogh Shoots Himself
  On this day, Vincent van Gogh, the renowned Dutch painter, shot himself in the chest in a wheat field in France. He died two days later from his injuries.
• 1949: First Flight of the de Havilland Comet
  The de Havilland Comet, the world’s first commercial jet airliner, took its first flight. It marked a significant advancement in aviation technology and commercial air travel.
• 1976: First Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease
  An outbreak of a mysterious pneumonia occurred at the American Legion convention in Philadelphia, leading to the identification of Legionnaires’ disease. The outbreak resulted in 34 deaths and over 200 cases of illness.

Notable Births

• 1824: Alexandre Dumas, fils
  French author and playwright known for works such as “La Dame aux Camélias.”
• 1931: Jerry Van Dyke
  American actor and comedian, known for his role on the TV series “Coach.”
• 1968: Julian McMahon
  Australian actor known for his roles in “Nip/Tuck” and “Charmed.”
• 1972: Maya Rudolph
  American actress and comedian, former cast member of “Saturday Night Live.”
• 1984: Taylor Schilling
  American actress best known for her role in “Orange Is the New Black.”