Historical Events
- The British renew their assault on the Irish Volunteer position in Mount Street; shelling also sets the buildings on fire
Famous Birthdays
Enos Slaughter (1916-2002)
American Baseball HOF right fielder (10 × MLB All-Star; World Series 1942, 46, 56, 58; St. Louis Cardinals), born in Roxboro, North Carolina
- Jan Rychlik, Czech composer, born in Prague (d. 1964)
1916 Highlights
About April 27, 1916
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 4 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
