On this day in history

What happened on 27 February

3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 27 February. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.

  1. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, the poet, was bornCultural
  2. The Reichstag building in Berlin was set on fireWorld
  3. Kuwait was liberated from Iraqi occupationWorld

About these entries

Each date lists a handful of events chosen for their lasting importance: milestones in the history of Bangladesh and Bengal, turning points in world affairs, and landmarks in culture and science. Years follow the Gregorian calendar.

Bangladesh dates are given as they are observed in the country. Where a historical source disagrees on a day, the most widely cited date is used.