Famous Birthdays Reuben Lindsay Walker, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), born in Logan, Virginia (d. 1890) 1827 Highlights About May 29, 1827 Day of the Week: TuesdayHow Long Ago? 196 years Leap Year: No Star Sign: Gemini May 27, 1827 Dates in History Jun 5, 1827 Historical Figures Authors Civil Rights Activists Inventors Kings Revolutionaries Scientists