1981⚡ Event
Iran breaks Iraqi siege of Abadan
Iran–Iraq War: Iran broke the Iraqi siege of Abadan by Operation Samen-ol-A'emeh.
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What Happened on September 27?
Discover 15 historical moments on September 27 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on September 27(5)
1983⚡ Event
GNU Project announced
American software developer Richard Stallman announced plans for the Unix-like operating system GNU, the first free software developed by the GNU Project.
technologypolitics
1988⚡ Event
National League for Democracy founded in Burma
Led by pro-democracy activist Aung San Suu Kyi, the political party National League for Democracy was founded in Burma.
politics
1996⚡ Event
Taliban Seize Kabul
The Taliban drove Afghan President Burhanuddin Rabbani out of Kabul, murdered former president Mohammad Najibullah, and established the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
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2014⚡ Event
Mount Ontake Eruption
Mount Ontake in central Japan unexpectedly erupted, killing 63 people. This was the nation's deadliest volcanic eruption in over a century.
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Famous Birthdays on September 27(5)
1997🎂 Birth
Jaiden Animations
Jaiden Animations, American YouTuber and animator, was born.
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Notable Deaths on September 27(5)
2021🕊️ Death
Madeleine Tchicaya
Madeleine Tchicaya, a prominent Ivorian politician, has passed away.
politics
2023🕊️ Death
Michael Gambon
Michael Gambon, the distinguished Irish-English actor, has died.
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2024🕊️ Death
Hassan Nasrallah
Hassan Nasrallah, Lebanese politician and 3rd Secretary-General of Hezbollah, died.
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2024🕊️ Death
Maggie Smith
Maggie Smith, the acclaimed English actress known for her versatile roles, has passed away.
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2025🕊️ Death
Russell M. Nelson
Russell M. Nelson, 17th President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died.
religion
September 27 in History
September 27 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1981 to the present day.
Major Events on September 27
Among the most notable events on September 27: Iran breaks Iraqi siege of Abadan (1981), GNU Project announced (1983), National League for Democracy founded in Burma (1988). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on September 27
Notable figures born on September 27 include Jaiden Animations, Ioana Mincă, Caleb Love. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on September 27
Remembered figures who died on September 27 include Madeleine Tchicaya, Michael Gambon, Hassan Nasrallah. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on September 27?
- September 27 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on September 27?
- One of the most notable events on September 27 is: Iran breaks Iraqi siege of Abadan.
- Who was born on September 27?
- Famous figures born on September 27 include Jaiden Animations, Ioana Mincă, Caleb Love.
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- Our collection records 5 historical events on September 27, spanning centuries of world history.
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