March 27th marks significant events and birthdays throughout history. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused the West of cowardice as his country fought to stave off Russia’s invading troops. The Oscars ceremony took place on the same day, where “CODA” won best picture. However, the event was marred by Will Smith’s on-stage slap of Chris Rock. The day also celebrates the birthdays of several renowned personalities who have made their mark in various fields. Some notable birthdays include actor Julian Glover, actor Michael York, movie director Quentin Tarantino, and singer Mariah Carey. From fighter jets to celebrity birthdays, March 27th is a date full of historical significance.
Today in History: March 27, ‘The Godfather’ Wins Best Picture
Today is Monday, March 27, 2023, and it marks the 86th day of the year. There are still 279 days remaining in 2023. Let’s take a look at some of the significant events that took place on this day throughout history.
Aviation’s Worst Disaster
On this day in 1977, the aviation industry faced its worst disaster as 583 people lost their lives. A KLM Boeing 747 was attempting to take off in heavy fog when it crashed into a Pan Am 747 on the Canary Island of Tenerife (ten-uh-REEF’).
Notable Historical Events
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In 1513, Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon sighted present-day Florida.
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In 1625, Charles I acceded to the English throne upon the death of James I.
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In 1794, Congress approved “An Act to provide a Naval Armament” of six armed ships.
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In 1912, First Lady Helen Herron Taft and the wife of Japan’s ambassador to the United States, Viscountess Chinda, planted the first two of 3,000 cherry trees gifted to the U.S. by the mayor of Tokyo.
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In 1945, General Dwight D. Eisenhower announced in Paris that German defenses on the Western Front had been broken.
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In 1964, Alaska experienced the strongest earthquake on record in North America, measuring 9.2 on the Richter scale. The quake and resulting tsunamis claimed approximately 130 lives.
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In 1968, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin died at the age of 34 when his MiG-15 jet crashed during a routine training flight near Moscow. Gagarin was the first man to orbit the Earth in 1961.
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In 1973, the critically acclaimed movie ‘The Godfather’ won the Academy Award for best picture of 1972. However, its star Marlon Brando refused to accept his Oscar for best actor. Liza Minnelli won best actress for her role in ‘Cabaret.’
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In 1975, construction commenced on the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, which was completed two years later.
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In 1980, the North Sea floating oil field platform, Alexander Kielland, capsized during a storm, leading to the death of 123 workers.
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In 2019, Facebook announced that it was extending its ban on hate speech to include the promotion and support of white nationalism and white separatism.
Significant People and Events in the Recent Past
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Ten years ago, in 2013, lawyers for James Holmes, the Colorado theater mass shooting suspect, stated that he would plead guilty to avoid the death penalty and serve life imprisonment. Prosecutors rejected the offer, and Holmes eventually received a life sentence in prison.
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Five years ago, in 2018, retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens called for the repeal of the Second Amendment to allow for significant gun control legislation in an essay on The New York Times website.
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In 2018, the co-owner of a Kansas water park and a ride designer faced charges of reckless second-degree murder in the decapitation of a 10-year-old boy on a ride in 2016. The charges were later dismissed as the state prosecutors had presented inadmissible evidence to grand jurors.
In conclusion, March 27th marks a significant date in history, witnessing many crucial events and milestones. However, the day will forever be remembered as the day ‘The Godfather’ won the Academy Award for best picture in 1973, a movie that has since been regarded as one of the greatest films of
One Year Ago: Ukrainian President Accuses the West of Cowardice
One year ago today, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused the West of cowardice as his country fought to stave off Russia’s invading troops. He made an exasperated plea for fighter jets and tanks to sustain a defense as the war ground into a battle of attrition.
Oscars Ceremony Marred by Controversy
On the same day, the Oscars ceremony took place, where “CODA” won best picture. However, the event was marred by Will Smith’s on-stage slap of Chris Rock. Smith won the best actor award minutes later but was later expelled from the movie academy and received a 10-year ban from the Oscars.
Today’s Birthdays
March 27th marks the birthdays of several notable personalities, including:
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Actor Julian Glover (88)
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Actor Jerry Lacy (87)
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Hall of Fame racer Cale Yarborough (84)
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Actor-director Austin Pendleton (83)
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Actor Michael York (81)
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Rock musician Tony Banks (Genesis) (73)
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Rock musician Andrew Farriss (INXS) (64)
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Jazz musician Dave Koz (60)
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Movie director Quentin Tarantino (60)
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Rock musician Derrick McKenzie (Jamiroquai) (59)
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Rock musician Johnny April (Staind) (58)
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Actor Talisa Soto (56)
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Actor Ben Koldyke (55)
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Actor Pauley Perrette (54)
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Singer Mariah Carey (53)
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Rock musician Brendan Hill (Blues Traveler) (53)
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Actor Elizabeth Mitchell (53)
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Actor Nathan Fillion (52)
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Hip-hop singer Fergie (48)
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Jazz musician Tia Fuller (47)
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Actor Emily Ann Lloyd (39)
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MLB catcher Buster Posey (36)
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Actor Brenda Song (35)
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Pop singer-songwriter Kimbra (33)
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Actor Taylor Atelian (28)
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Actor/R&B singer Halle Bailey (23)
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Classical crossover singer Amira Willighagen (19), known for her appearance on “Holland’s Got Talent.”
In conclusion, March 27th marks significant events and birthdays throughout history. From a Ukrainian president’s plea for fighter jets and tanks to the controversial Oscars ceremony, this day will be remembered for a long time. Not to forget, the birthdays of several renowned personalities who have made their mark in various fields.
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