January 27

    What happened on January 27 in history

    4 events fall on January 27, from 1756 to 1967. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on January 27

    1. 1756

      Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is born

      The Salzburg court musician's son will be performing for royalty within six years.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1888

      The National Geographic Society is founded

      Thirty-three explorers and scientists meet in Washington to increase geographic knowledge.

      Read about Eiffel Tower Construction for World's FairPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1945

      Auschwitz is liberated

      Red Army troops reach the camp complex and find some seven thousand survivors.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

    4. 1967

      The Apollo 1 fire

      Three astronauts die in a launch-pad test, forcing a redesign of the spacecraft.

      Read about Woodstock Music FestivalPlay the 20th century round

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