Historical Events
Film & TV History
First long distance television transmission: An image of Secretary of Commerce Herbert Hoover sent from Washington, D.C. to NYC by AT&T
Famous Birthdays
- Babatunde Olatunji, Nigerian percussionist (Drums of Passion), educator, and social activist, born in Ajido, Lagos (d. 2003)
1927 Highlights
About April 7, 1927
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 96 years, 5 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries