On this day in history
In 2026, August 27 falls on a Thursday. Here are 3 notable moments from the same calendar date.
This year (2026), August 27
falls on a Thursday
Last year it was
a Wednesday
Next year it will be
a Friday
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The first six-party talks, involving South and North Korea, the United States, China, Japan and Russia, convene to find a peaceful resolution to the security concerns of the North Korean nuclear weapons program.
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The European Community recognizes the independence of the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
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Moldova declares independence from the USSR.
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