On This day December 27th

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December 27th is the 361st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 4 days remain until the end of the year.

 Events

537 – The second Hagia Sophia in Constantinople is consecrated.

1657 – The Flushing Remonstrance articulates for the first time in North American history that freedom of religion is a fundamental right.

1703 – Portugal and England signed the Methuen Treaty, which allowed Portugal to export wines to England on favorable trade terms.

1831 – Charles Darwin embarks on his journey aboard HMS Beagle, during which he will begin formulating his theory of evolution.

1845 – Having coined the phrase "manifest destiny" the previous July, journalist John L. O'Sullivan argued in his New York Morning News newspaper that the United States had the right to claim the entire Oregon Country.

1911 – "Jana Gana Mana," the national anthem of India, is first sung in the Calcutta Session of the Indian National Congress.

1927 – Kern and Hammerstein's play Showboat, considered the first accurate American musical play, opens at the Ziegfeld Theatre on Broadway.

1968 – Apollo program: Apollo 8 splashes down in the Pacific Ocean, ending the first orbital crewed mission to the Moon.

Birthdays

1571 – Johannes Kepler, German mathematician, astronomer, and astrologer (d. 1630)

1689 – Jacob August Franckenstein, Encyclopedia editor, professor (d. 1733)

1773 – George Cayley, English engineer and politician (d. 1857)

1822 – Louis Pasteur, French chemist and microbiologist (d. 1895)

1901 – Marlene Dietrich, German-American actress and singer (d. 1992)

1927 – Audrey Wagner, American baseball player, obstetrician, and gynecologist (d. 1984)

1939 – John Amos, American actor

1979 – Carson Palmer, American football player

1999 – Brock Purdy, American football player

Holiday Spotlight

  National Fruitcake Day

  National Fruitcake Day, celebrated on December 27th, is a day to appreciate and enjoy the often misunderstood dessert, the fruitcake. With its rich history dating back to Roman times, fruitcake was originally a simple mixture of barley, pomegranate seeds, nuts, and raisins. It evolved over the centuries, especially in Europe, where it became a ceremonial cake for special occasions, densely packed with fruits and nuts.

 In the 18th and 19th centuries, fruitcake became a popular treat to send to soldiers and sailors due to its long shelf life, a tradition that carried over to American culture. However, in the 20th century, mass-produced fruitcakes of lesser quality led to a decline in the cake's reputation, making it a holiday joke for some.

 Despite its punchline status, fruitcake deserves recognition for its rich flavors and deep history. When made with quality ingredients and care, it's a dense, moist cake filled with spiced, candied fruits and nuts and sometimes soaked in spirits like brandy or rum. Each bite offers a taste of history and tradition.

 National Fruitcake Day invites us to overlook the stereotypes and give this traditional treat another chance. Whether homemade or bought from artisans who cherish the craft, a good fruitcake is a celebration of flavors, deserving of its place at the holiday table and beyond. It's time to embrace the fruitcake, appreciating its storied past and culinary potential as a holiday delicacy.

Other Include

Free Balloon Day - (SpongeBob SquarePants)

Howdy Doody Day 

Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day 

National Fruit Cake Day 

St John History

Visit the Zoo Day

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