April 27

What happened on April 27 in history

3 events fall on April 27, from 1521 to 1994. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on April 27

  1. 1521

    Magellan is killed

    The navigator dies in the Battle of Mactan in the Philippines.

    Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

  2. 1667

    Milton sells Paradise Lost

    The blind poet accepts ten pounds for the copyright.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  3. 1994

    South Africa's first free election

    Voters of all races queue for hours; Mandela becomes president weeks later.

    Play the 20th century round