Friday May 27, 1949: on this day

May 27, 1949 was the 147th day of the year 1949, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Friday.

Is May 27, 1949 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 27, 1949, who was born and died on May 27, 1949, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 27, 1949, which were the most popular songs (ex. Riders in the Sky (A Cowboy Legend) by Peggy Lee), movies (e.g. Colorado Territory, directed by Raoul Walsh), TV series (e.g. Cavalcade Of Stars) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 27th, 1949 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 27, 1949?


May 27, 1949 was a Friday and it was the 147th day of the year 1949 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 27, 1949 can also be written as 5/27/1949 in the US and as 27/5/1949 in UK and Europe.

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May 27, 1949: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 27, 1949:

  • Martin canine, cartoon character, spoofs martin kane
  • Russian stop train traffic west-berlin

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May 27, 1949: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 27th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 27, 1949: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 27, 1949 is Ox and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on May 27th, 1949 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 27, 1949: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 27, 1949 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 27, 1949 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on May 27, 1949 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:58 am and setting at 09:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 12, 1949 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1949.

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Who was born on May 27, 1949?


Famous people born on May 27, 1949:

  • Terry Collins

    Terry collins is a former professional baseball player and coach, best known for managing the new york mets from 2011 to 2017.

  • Alma Guillermoprieto

    Renowned journalist known for her work in Latin American affairs.

  • Jim Koch

    Founder of the Boston Beer Company.

  • Arch Campbell

    Arch Campbell is a renowned American film critic and entertainment reporter.

  • Christa Vahlensieck

    German runner.

  • Hugh Lowther

    8th earl of lonsdale, english politician.

  • Pam Grier

    Actress.

  • Jeremy Corbyn

    Politician.

  • Giorgio Colombo
  • Serge Patrick Poitras
  • Jo Ann Harris

Whose famous birthday is on May 27th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 27th:

  • Henry Kissinger
    Henry Kissinger

    German-american official in government, advisor, negotiator, and secretary of state under president nixon.

  • Christopher Lee
    Christopher Lee

    American actor, who gained a large following after the films "curse of frankenstein" in 1957 and "dracula" one year later.

  • Chris Colfer
    Chris Colfer

    Chris colfer is an american actor best known for his role as kurt hummel on the television series glee.

  • Alain Souchon
    Alain Souchon

    French pop singer, songwriter, and actor (mother) of swiss descent was born in morocco.

  • Joseph Fiennes
    Joseph Fiennes

    British actor.

  • Paul Bettany
    Paul Bettany

    Paul bettany is an english actor known for his roles in movies such as a beautiful mind, the da vinci code, and the marvel cinematic...

  • Vincent Price
    Vincent Price

    American actor and author, best known for his elegantly sophisticated roles in horror.

  • Lily-Rose Depp
    Lily-Rose Depp

    French-american actress and model.

  • Cilla Black
    Cilla Black

    British tv host and singer.

  • Rachel Carson
    Rachel Carson

    American marine biologist employed in the u.s.

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May 27, 1949: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 74 years 10 months old,

or 898 months and 1 day old,

or 3904 weeks and 6 days old,

or 27334 days old,

if you were born on May 27, 1949.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 27, 1949?

There are 60 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 27th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 27, 1949?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 27, 1949.

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May 27, 1949: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 27, 1949:

  • Ripley Believe It Or Not

    Creator of the Ripley's Believe It Or Not! franchise.

  • Robert Ripley

    American cartoonist, publisher, and businessman, founded ripley's believe it or not! (b. 1890).

  • Martin Knudsen
  • Ægidius Elling

What famous deaths happened on May 27th?

Famous deaths on May 27th:

  • Jeff Conaway
    Jeff Conaway

    American actor, aged ten, in the broadway musical "all the way home".

  • Jeffrey Hunter
    Jeffrey Hunter

    Actor christopher pike-star trek cage, dies at 43.

  • Paul Gleason
    Paul Gleason

    American actor (b. 1939).

  • Bill Pertwee
    Bill Pertwee

    English actor (b. 1926).

  • Mary Philbin
    Mary Philbin

    American actress (born in 1903).

  • Ruth McDevitt
    Ruth McDevitt

    Actress (jo all in the family), died at 80.

  • Maurice Richards

    Legendary ice hockey player known for his scoring prowess.

  • Calvyn MacLeod

    Key figure in the Protestant Reformation in Scotland.

  • Jozeph Roth

    Austrian novelist famous for 'The Radetzky March'.

  • Amun Nehru

    Indian independence activist and political leader.

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May 27, 1949: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 27, 1949:

  • Eutropius
  • Mother's Day in Bolivia (Dfa de la Madre)
  • Bruno, Bishop of Wnrzburg
  • Hildebert
  • Pope John I
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Venerable Bede
  • Lag Ba'omer in Judaism (2005)
  • Children's Day in Nigeria

Saints celebrated on May 27, 1949:

  • Saint Julius the Veteran
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May 27, 1949: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 27, 1949 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 23rd and May 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 27, 1949: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 27, 1949 was Riders in the Sky (A Cowboy Legend) by Peggy Lee, according to the music chart for the week May 23rd and May 29th.

May 27, 1949: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 27, 1949 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 23rd and May 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Riders in the Sky (A Cowboy Legend)
  2. - Some Enchanted Evening

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May 27, 1949: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 27, 1949 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Colorado Territory

Colorado Territory

Release year: 1949

Directed by: Raoul Walsh

Starring: Joel McCrea, Virginia Mayo, Dorothy Malone, Henry Hull

Hellfire

Hellfire

Release year: 1949

Directed by: R.G. Springsteen

Starring: Bill Elliott, Marie Windsor, Forrest Tucker, Jim Davis

The Huggetts Abroad

The Huggetts Abroad

Release year: 1949

Directed by: Ken Annakin

Starring: Jack Warner, Kathleen Harrison, Dinah Sheridan, Susan Shaw

Manhandled

Manhandled

Release year: 1949

Directed by: Lewis R. Foster

Starring: Dan Duryea, Dorothy Lamour, Sterling Hayden, Irene Hervey

The Doolins of Oklahoma

The Doolins of Oklahoma

Release year: 1949

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Randolph Scott, George Macready, Louise Allbritton, John Ireland

May 27, 1949: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 27, 1949 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Cavalcade of Stars

Cavalcade of Stars

Release year: 1949

Starring: Jackie Gleason

Country: United States of America

Crusade in Europe

Crusade in Europe

Release year: 1949

Starring: Dwight D. Eisenhower

Country: United States of America

Make Mine Music

Make Mine Music

Release year: 1949

Bon Voyage

Bon Voyage

Release year: 1949

Directed by: James Neilson

Roller Derby

Roller Derby

Release year: 1949

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Who was the US President on May 27, 1949?

On May 27, 1949 the US President was Harry S. Truman (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 27, 1949?

On May 27, 1949 the UK Prime Minister was Clement Attlee (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 27, 1949?

On May 27, 1949 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 27th?

May 27th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 27th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on May 27th, such as:

  • 2019 - Four french police officers were arrested in connection to the bombing that occurred in lyon's historic center last friday, resulting in 13 injuries. the investigation is being led by anti-terrorist prosecutors. denis broliquier, the district mayor, said that the bomb was too weak to be effective in killing. the attack has not been claimed by anyone.
  • 2018 - Politics in japan: yasuhiro nagasone, former japanese prime minister, celebrates his 100th birthday.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan (2001-present: at least 18 people were killed and six others injured by a car bomb blast in khost, eastern afghanistan.

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What happened in 1949?

1949 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • British warship HMS Amethyst escape down Yangtze River, having been refused a safe passage by Chinese Communists after 3-month standoff
  • 1st negro to graduate from US Naval Academy
  • Dragnet is 1st broadcast on radio

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What was the calendar for May 1949?

May 1949 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how May 1949 calendar looked like.

Friday May 27, 1949