Wednesday, 27th July 1949 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 48 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings drizzly with temperatures between 18°C and 24°C. Tonight's moon is in its full moon phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Leo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Wednesday, 27th July in London, GB.
On 27th July 1949, a significant moment in aviation history unfolded when the de Havilland Comet made its maiden flight, becoming the world's first commercial jet airliner to reach production. This breakthrough marked a pivotal shift in civil aviation and demonstrated technological advancement in the post-war era. The achievement represented years of engineering development and signalled a new chapter in passenger transport. Meanwhile, throughout history, this date has witnessed numerous pivotal events across centuries, from the Battle of Bouvines in 1214, where Philip II of France secured a decisive victory in the Anglo-French War, to the Austrian State Treaty coming into effect in 1955, which formally ended Allied occupation of Austria following the Second World War.
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, serves as a major global hub for commerce, culture and politics. The city's influence on international affairs and its role in post-war European developments made it a significant location during this period in 1949.
On the evening of 27th July 1949, London experienced drizzly weather conditions. The full moon illuminated the night sky, whilst those born under the Leo zodiac sign celebrated their astrological period. The meteorological conditions were typical for the summer season in the city, with moisture in the air and overcast skies prevailing throughout the day.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 27th July 1949
The river bends where it must, not where it wants to.
Fortune of the Day
27th July in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality People born on 27 July blend Leo confidence with Martian drive. They're creative, generous and naturally commanding, yet their inner force propels them beyond typical Leos. The numerological 7 adds introspection and spiritual depth beneath their bold exterior.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their strengths shine through courage, bold initiative and magnetic inspiration. They motivate others effortlessly and attract opportunity. Weaknesses include impatience and occasional rashness; they'd benefit from pausing for reflection to temper their intensity.
Love These individuals love fiercely and passionately, seeking equals as partners. They give admiration generously yet need freedom and mental stimulation. Long-term partnerships thrive when a partner respects their ambitions and matches their zest.
Caree & Finance Professionally, they excel in leadership, creative fields or entrepreneurship. Financial success follows their drive and persistence. They embrace challenges but may lose practical focus through excessive optimism at times.
Health Vitally energetic people who thrive on movement and competition. The Mars element demands physical outlets or energy stagnates. Regular exercise and mindful relaxation balance their intense inner momentum effectively.
That night, the moon was in its full moon phase.
Chinese year of the Ox (Earth).
Fun Facts About 27th July
Name Days in Your Language: Joy, Joyce, Lila, Lilac, Liliana, Lillian, Lillie, Lilly, Lily
Someone born on this day in 1949 would be 76 years old today — just 28,022 days into life, which is roughly 672,540 hours, 40,352,456 minutes, or 2,421,147,408 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 208. day of the year.
There are 157 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 30 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 27th July
- Marvin Barnes, American basketball player (died 2014) (1952)
- Roxanne Hart, American actress (1952)
- Roseanna Cunningham, Scottish lawyer and politician, Minister for Community Safety and Legal Affairs (1951)
- Bob Diamond, American-English banker and businessman (1951)
- Rolf Thung, Dutch tennis player (1951)
- Simon Jones, English actor (1950)
- Maury Chaykin, American-Canadian actor (died 2010) (1949)
- André Dupont, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (1949)
- Rory MacDonald, Scottish singer-songwriter and bass player (1949)
- Maureen McGovern, American singer and actress (1949)
Lives Remembered on 27th July
- Paul Kogerman, Estonian chemist and politician, 22nd Estonian Minister of Education (born 1891) (1951)
- Woolf Barnato, English race car driver and businessman (born 1898) (1948)
- Joe Tinker, American baseball player and manager (born 1880) (1948)
- Gertrude Stein, American novelist, poet, and playwright (born 1874) (1946)
- Karl Pärsimägi, Estonian painter (born 1902) (1942)
- Hermann Brauneck, German physician and SA general (born 1894) (1942)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 27th July
- Christian feast day: Arethas (Western Christianity)
- Christian feast day: Aurelius and Natalia and companions of the Martyrs of Córdoba.
- Christian feast day: Maurus, Pantalemon, and Sergius
- Christian feast day: Pantaleon
- Christian feast day: Seven Sleepers of Ephesus (Roman Martyrology) National Sleepy Head Day (Finland)
- Christian feast day: Theobald of Marly
- Christian feast day: Titus Brandsma, O.Carm.
- Christian feast day: July 27 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War (North Korea)
- Iglesia ni Cristo Day (the Philippines)
- José Celso Barbosa Day (Puerto Rico)
- Medical Workers Day (Ukraine)
- Martyrs and Wounded Soldiers Day (Vietnam)
What Happened on 27th July?
- Seven people are killed and many injured after gunmen attack an Indian police station in Punjab. (2015)
- Ukraine airshow disaster: A Sukhoi Su-27 fighter crashes during an air show at Lviv, Ukraine killing 77 and injuring more than 500 others, making it the deadliest air show disaster in history. (2002)
- About 50 people are killed in the Si Zerrouk massacre in Algeria. (1997)
- In Atlanta, United States, a pipe bomb explodes at Centennial Olympic Park during the 1996 Summer Olympics. (1996)
- The Korean War Veterans Memorial is dedicated in Washington, D.C. (1995)
- The Byelorussian Soviet Republic declares independence from the Soviet Union, becoming the Republic of Belarus. Until 1996, the day is celebrated as the Independence Day of Belarus; after a referendum held that year, the celebration of independence is moved to June 3. (1990)
- The Jamaat al Muslimeen attempt a coup d'état in Trinidad and Tobago. (1990)
- While attempting to land at Tripoli International Airport in Libya, Korean Air Flight 803 crashes just short of the runway. Seventy-five of the 199 passengers and crew and four people on the ground are killed, in the second accident involving a DC-10 in less than two weeks, the first being United Airlines Flight 232. (1989)
- Black July: Eighteen Tamil political prisoners at the Welikada high security prison in Colombo are massacred by Sinhalese prisoners, the second such massacre in two days. (1983)
- While landing at Chihuahua International Airport, Aeromexico Flight 230 overshoots the runway. Thirty-two of the 66 passengers and crew on board the DC-9 are killed. (1981)