On 27 June in poetry and history
Poets born or who died on this date, plus historical events that happened on this day across history.
610 poets with calendar dates · 6,535 events with calendar dates in the catalogue
2 birthdays · 5 world events on 27 June
Birthdays
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Patrick Reginald Chalmers
27 June 1872 – 12 September 1942 (~70)
Born 27 June 1872 — would have been 154 in 2026
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Paul Laurence Dunbar
27 June 1872 – 9 February 1906 (~34)
Born 27 June 1872 — would have been 154 in 2026
World events on this day
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Marriage to George Chapple Norton
In 1827, Caroline Elizabeth Sheridan married George Chapple Norton, a barrister and MP, in London, England. Their marriage was marked by conflict and abuse, which deeply affected Caroline's mental health and inspired her later advocacy for women's rights. The tumultuous relationship became a central theme in her poetry, reflecting the struggles faced by women in Victorian society.
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First Aerial Refueling (Pilot to Pilot)
On June 27, 1923, the US Army Air Service performed the first successful aerial refueling, where one aircraft passed fuel to another. This innovation greatly increased the range and endurance of aircraft, allowing for nonstop flights across greater distances. It was a key technology for strategic bombing and long-range reconnaissance.
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Treaty of Bruges establishes truce between England and France
On June 27, 1375, the Treaty of Bruges established a truce between England and France during the Hundred Years' War, confirming English control over Calais, parts of Gascony, and four forts in Brittany. The truce was negotiated under papal auspices and was intended to last for one year, though it was later extended. While it did not bring lasting peace, it provided a brief respite from the devastating warfare that had consumed both kingdoms for decades.
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The Battle of Dettingen is fought
In 1743, British and allied forces defeated the French at the Battle of Dettingen during the War of the Austrian Succession. George II personally commanded troops, the last British monarch to do so in battle. The victory became a moment of patriotic celebration.
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Murder of Mary Ashford
The murder of Mary Ashford in 1817 was a tragic case that drew significant public attention in Birmingham, England. Ashford was raped and killed, leading to the wrongful conviction of Abraham Thornton, who was later acquitted due to a legal loophole. This case highlighted issues of gender violence and the inadequacies of the legal system at the time, sparking debates about justice and women's rights in the early 19th century.