1883CE
Other
Krakatoa Erupts
The Krakatoa volcano in Indonesia undergoes its final, most violent eruption, destroying the island. The explosion was the loudest sound ever recorded in history and generated massive tsunamis.
Daily Chronicle
August 27
4 Historical Records
1896CE
War
Anglo-Zanzibar War Begins
The Anglo-Zanzibar War begins and ends, lasting only 38 minutes, making it the shortest war in history. The conflict erupted after the death of the pro-British Sultan and the succession of a candidate Britain opposed.
1908CE
Birth
Lyndon B. Johnson Born
An American politician who served as the 36th President of the United States, assuming office after the assassination of John F. Kennedy. He is known for his 'Great Society' legislation and escalating U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.
1979CE
Death
Lord Mountbatten Assassinated
Lord Louis Mountbatten is assassinated by a bomb planted on his fishing boat by the IRA. The IRA targeted Mountbatten as a symbol of British rule in Northern Ireland.