Daily Archives: August 27, 2013

Cambodia breaks ties with South Vietnam 50 years ago today (1963)

1960s, Cold War, Vietnam War


Video: 'Vietnam a Television History Episode 8' (Aug. 27, 1963, at 13:02)

(Tuesday, August 27, 1963; during the Vietnam War, part of the Indochina Wars and the Cold War) — Cambodia, broke off diplomatic relations with South Vietnam today in indignation over repeated border incidents and over Saigon’s repression of Buddhist leaders.

‘Roman Holiday’ premieres in New York City 60 years ago today (1953)

1950s, Movies 1950s


Video: 'Roman Holiday' trailer

(Thursday, August 27, 1953) — Roman Holiday, a romantic comedy film about a reporter and a royal princess out to see Rome on her own, premiered today at the Music Hall in New York City.

Directed by William Wyler, the film starred Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn.