Historical Events
- 1st radar installed aboard a commercial ship
Famous Birthdays
- Gordon Haskell, British pop, rock and blues musician (Fleur De Lys; King Crimson, 1970; Harry's Bar), born in Verwood, Dorset, England (d. 2020)
- John Maclean, Australian cricket wicket-keeper (4 Tests, 18 dismissals; Queensland), born in Herston, Australia
1946 Highlights
About April 27, 1946
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus