On this day in history
What happened on 27 November
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 27 November. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Strait of Magellan was discovered by Ferdinand MagellanWorld
- Alfred Nobel established the Nobel PrizesWorld
- Bruce Lee, legendary martial artist, was bornCultural
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.