Daily Archives: May 27, 2013

‘James Bond: The First 21 Years’ debuts on ITV 30 years ago today (1983)


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(Friday, May 27, 1983)James Bond: The First 21 Years, a documentary designed to promote the upcoming release of the film Octopussy, premiered today on ITV in the UK. The program featured many celebrities, including former Beatle Paul McCartney (on part 3 at 7:30). Continue reading ‘James Bond: The First 21 Years’ debuts on ITV 30 years ago today (1983)

Chicago World’s Fair celebrating ‘A Century of Progress’ opens 80 years ago today (1933)


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(Saturday, May 27, 1933) — The Chicago World’s Fair, celebrating “A Century of Progress,” officially opened today to celebrate the city’s centennial. Continue reading Chicago World’s Fair celebrating ‘A Century of Progress’ opens 80 years ago today (1933)