Cunctos Populos
The Edict of Thessalonika, also known as Cunctos populos, orders all subjects of the Roman Empire to profess the faith of the bishops of Rome and Alexandria, making Nicene Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire
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February 27 in History
This permanent archive page contains 224 World History Database records for February 27, spanning 272 to 2023. Recorded topics include Birth of Constantine I the Great; Cunctos Populos; Edict of Thessalonika.
Total: 224Events: 177Births: 4Deaths: 8Battles: 35Countries: 37
Events on February 27
Edict of Thessalonika
The Edict is issued after Theodosius had been baptized by the Bishop Ascholius of Thessalonica upon suffering a severe illness in Thessalonica
Edict of Thessalonika
The Edict of Thessalonica (also known as Cunctos populos) isissued by the three reigning Roman Emperors, making Nicene Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire
Edict of Thessalonika
The Edict of Thessalonika is issued under the influence of Acholius, and thus of Pope Damasus I, who had appointed him to affirm a single expression of the Apostolic Faith as legitimate in the Roman Empire, "catholic" (that is, universal) and "orthodox" (that is, correct in teaching)
Edict of Thessalonika
Theodosius attempts to suppress all non-Nicene forms of Christianity, especially Arianism, to establish Nicene orthodoxy
Edict of Thessalonika
The Edict of Thessalonika is jointly issued by Theodosius I, Gratian, and Valentinian II
Edict of Thessalonika
The Edict of Thessalonika, also known as Cunctos populos, orders all subjects of the Roman Empire to profess the faith of the bishops of Rome and Alexandria, making Nicene Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire
Nicene Christianity
The Edict of Thessalonica (also known as Cunctos populos) isissued by the three reigning Roman Emperors, making Nicene Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire
Nicene Christianity
The Edict of Thessalonika, also known as Cunctos populos, orders all subjects of the Roman Empire to profess the faith of the bishops of Rome and Alexandria, making Nicene Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire
Assassination of James I
Leads a plot to assassinate James I
Investiture of Prince Arthur
Prince Arthur is ceremonially invested as Prince of Wales at Westminster, confirming his status as heir apparent.
Alliance Schmaldik League
German Protestants form the Schmaldik League to resist the power of Emperor Charles V
Alliance Elizabeth I and Scotland
Allows Elizabeth to protect Scotland
Alliance Thomas Howard Norfolk, 3rd and Scottish Lords
Concludes an alliance with the Scottish Lords
Berwick Policy
Norfolk's Treaty of Berwick leads to English intervention before Edinburgh settlement
Coup
The English try to help Scottish Protestant Lords overthrow the Catholic Mary of Guise
English Intervention in Scotland
The Scots provide a force for an invasion of Scotland by France
Marriage
Elizabeth takes over the protection of Scotland during Marys marriage with the Dauphin
Treaty of Berwick
Cecil helps shape English policy supporting the Scottish Protestant lords
Treaty of Berwick
Elizabeth authorizes support for the Scottish Lords of the Congregation
Treaty of Berwick
The English try to help Scottish Protestant Lords overthrow the Catholic Mary of Guise. England agrees to send Scotland support to preserve "their old freedom & liberty". Concludes an anti French Treaty with the Scottish Lords of the Congregation
Treaty of Berwick
Norfolk negotiates terms with the Scottish Lords of the Congregation
Treaty of Berwick
England agrees to send Scotland support to preserve "their old freedom & liberty"
Treaty of Berwick
Signed by Lord James & Norfolk, England can intervene to help the "reformers"
Treaty of Berwick Opposed
Mary of Guise opposes the English alliance with the Lords of the Congregation
Drafting the Militia Reply
Hyde prepares arguments defending the King's traditional authority over the militia.
Militia Bill Rejected
Charles refuses Parliament's demand for control of the militia.
Militia Bill Rejected
Charles refuses Parliament's demand for control of the militia.
Militia Bill Rejected at Greenwich
Charles rejects Parliament's demand to appoint the kingdom's militia commanders.
Militia Bill Rejected at Greenwich
Charles rejects Parliament's demand to appoint the kingdom's militia commanders.
Royal Reply to Militia Bill
Hyde drafts the King's reply refusing Parliament's proposed control of the militia.
Treaty of Roeskilde
Denmark relinquishes its possesions in the Swedish peninsular
Association Oath
Political leaders organize an Association pledging loyalty and defence of William III of Orange after the assassination plot is exposed.
Resignation of Frederick North
Resigns after Britains defeat
Rule of Venice
Austria & Russia reach agreement on sharing Veetian territories in the Mediterranean
Pantheon-Closure
Closes the Pantheon down when it protests about the arrest of Babeufs wife
Discovery of Evolution
Sets sail in the HMS Beagle. Departs for 5 yrs research in South America & the Galapagos Islands
Retirement
Derby retires from the Prime Minister'ship due to ill health & hands over to Disraeli
President of Venezuela
Appointed President of Venezuela
Boer Assault on Majuba
The victory places strong pressure on Britain to negotiate.
Majuba Hill Defeat
Is killed during the disastrous British defeat at Majuba Hill.
Majuba Hill Victory
Leads Boer fighters in the decisive assault on Majuba Hill.
London Convention
Signs the revised convention with Transvaal representatives.
London Convention
Secures greater autonomy for the Transvaal after the war.
Arrest of Piet Arnoldus Cronje
Arrested and held at St Helena until the end of the war
Labour Representation Committee (LRC)
The Labour Represention Committee is founded at a Conference in London
Relief of Ladysmith
Takes part in operations around the siege and relief of Ladysmith.
Siege of Paardeberg
Cronje's force surrenders at Paardeberg after British encirclement.
Agreement of Calais
The Haig-Nivelle plan is put in the command of the French C-in-C. Lloyd George & the French War Committee agree the Haig-Nivelle plan
Calais Subordination Terms Challenged
Haig objects to arrangements placing British operations under Nivelle's direct authority during the spring offensive.
Demonstrations
Nicholas II orders General Ivanov to suppress the disorder
Demonstrations
Khabalov has only 2,000 loyal troops as Petrograd is taken over by peasant soldiers
Demonstrations
The Pavlovski Regiment votes to disobey orders to fire on civilians. Nicholas II orders General Ivanov to suppress the disorder. Most of Petrograd is in the hands of a mutinous garrison. Most of Petrgrad is in the hands of mutinous regiments. Government buildings are burnt, General Ivanov is ordered to quell the disorders
Duma
Rodzianko asks the Duma to convene to resolve on a course of action, the group creates a Provisional Committee, which urgently asks the Tsar to save himself by sharing power with a Prime Minister, the Tsar refuses
Duma
Rodzianko asks the Duma to convene to resolve on a course of action, the group creates a Provisional Committee, which urgently asks the Tsar to save himself by sharing power with a Prime Minister, the Tsar refuses
Duma Committee
Kerensky works with members of the Duma as a temporary political authority emerges during the collapse of the imperial government.
Election
Factory and military delegates begin forming the Petrograd Soviet.
February Revolution
Kerensky becomes an active revolutionary figure as demonstrations and military mutiny destroy imperial authority in Petrograd.
February Revolution
Supports the Duma committee as the monarchy collapses.
February Revolution
Supports order as the imperial regime collapses.
February Revolution
Rodzianko asks the Duma to convene to resolve on a course of action, the group creates a Provisional Committee, which urgently asks the Tsar to save himself by sharing power with a Prime Minister, the Tsar refuses
February Revolution
Rodzianko asks the Duma to convene to resolve on a course of action, the group creates a Provisional Committee, which urgently asks the Tsar to save himself by sharing power with a Prime Minister, the Tsar refuses
February Revolution Leadership
Plays a leading role during the February Revolution, helping establish the revolutionary authorities that replace the Romanov monarchy.
Formation of Duma Provisional Committee
Rodzianko chairs the Provisional Committee of the State Duma as imperial authority collapses in Petrograd.
Menshevik Party
Menshevik influence shapes the early Petrograd Soviet leadership.
Operations on the Ancre
British troops capture Le Barque and Ligny as German forces fall back on the Somme front.
Petrograd Soviet
Helps organise the Soviet as revolutionary authority emerges.
Petrograd Soviet
Bridges the Duma committee and the new Soviet leadership.
Petrograd Soviet
Kerensky uses his standing as a socialist Duma deputy to establish links with the newly forming Petrograd Soviet of Workers' and Soldiers' Deputies.
Petrograd Soviet
Joins the Soviet leadership during the February Revolution.
Petrograd Soviet
Records the formation of the Petrograd Soviet from inside revolutionary circles.
Petrograd Soviet Elections
Menshevik leaders call for elections to the Petrograd Soviet.
Petrograd Soviet Organisation
Skobelev joins the Soviet leadership as workers and soldiers create new institutions.
Petrograd Soviet Role
Kerensky connects the Duma committee with the newly formed Petrograd Soviet.
Plan-Haig-Nivelle
Lloyd George & the French War Committee agree the Haig-Nivelle plan
Provisional Committee
Rodzianko asks the Duma to convene to resolve on a course of action, the group creates a Provisional Committee, which urgently asks the Tsar to save himself by sharing power with a Prime Minister, the Tsar refuses
Reballion of Rebels in Petrograd
Khabalov has only 2,000 loyal troops as Petrograd is taken over by peasant soldiers
Reballion of Rebels in Petrograd
The Pavlovski Regiment disobey orders to fire on civilians. Demonstrations turn into soldier mutiny. By night Petrograd is in the hands of peasant soldiers
Soviet Elections
Chkheidze is chosen as an early leader during Soviet formation.
Strike
Khabalov has only 2,000 loyal troops as Petrograd is taken over by peasant soldiers
Prime Minister of Poland
Appointed Prime Minister of Poland
Constitution of USA
The Supreme Court unanimously upholds the 19th Amendment to the Constitution that guaranteed the right of women to vote
Legislation
The Supreme Court unanimously upholds the 19th Amendment to the Constitution that guaranteed the right of women to vote
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
NSDAP
Relaunches the NSDAP at a rally in Munich
NSDAP
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Opens the NSDAP meeting
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Rally
Holds a meeting at the Burgerbraukellar, 3,000 attend & 2,000 are turned away
Rally
Attends the rally & at the end unites with the NSDAP
Litvinov Protocol
Turkey signs the Litvinov Protocol
Banking Act of 1932
The Act broadens eligible collateral and expands Federal Reserve emergency lending powers.
Possible Existence of a Neutron
Publishes evidence that the penetrating beryllium radiation consists of neutral particles with roughly proton mass.
League of Nations
Japan announces withdrawal from the League of Nations
Plot
Leads an SA detachment from the Presidents Palace through a tunnel
Plot
Suspected of being involved because a tunnel leads from his office to the Reichstag
Plot
The Nazis burn down the Reichstag & blame a communist plot
Plot
The German Reichstag is set alight
Reichstag Fire
Uses the Reichstag fire politically, presenting it as evidence of a communist threat to the state.
Reichstag Fire
Is arrested after the Reichstag building burns, giving the Nazi Government the pretext for sweeping emergency measures against communists and other opponents.
Reichstag Fire
The Reichstag is set on fire and Dutch council communist Marinus van der Lubbe is found inside the building, the Nazis publicly blame the fire on communist agitators in general
Arrest of Nikolai Bukharin
Implicated in the Zinoviev & Kamanev show trials & arrested
Britain and France recognize the Franco Government in Spain
Britain and France recognize the Franco Government in Spain
Britain and France recognize the Franco Government in Spain
Britain and France recognize the Franco Government in Spain
Constitution of Romania
Carol promulgates an authoritarian constitution concentrating power in the crown.
Prime Minister of France
Britain and France recognize the Franco Government in Spain
Recognition of Francos Government
Neville Chamberlain recognizes Francos Government
Recognition of the Franco Government in Spain
Recognizes the Franco Government in Spain
Armament
Introduces the Navy estimates to Parliament for the 1st time since 1914
Budget
Introduces the Navy estimates to Parliament for the 1st time since 1914
Trotskys Testament
Trotsky wrote a document known as "Trotskys Testament", in which he expressed his final thoughts and feelings for posterity
Operation Biting
British airborne planning supports the Bruneval radar raid.
Operation Biting
Dismantles Wurzburg radar components during the raid.
Operation Biting
Commands paratroopers in the Bruneval radar raid.
Operation Biting
Seeks intelligence on German Wurzburg radar capabilities.
Operation Biting
Combined Operations supports the Bruneval radar raid.
Commons Debate on Yalta
Defends the Yalta agreements during a House of Commons debate that ends with a vote of confidence.
Frank Pais Eastern Front
Appointed Comandante and assigned the mission to cross the old province of Oriente leading a column of guerrillas to open, to the northeast of that territory, the "Frank Pais Eastern Front"
Frank Pais Eastern Front
Opens the Frank Pais Eastern Front in Oriente.
Oriente Campaign
Appointed Comandante and assigned the mission to cross the old province of Oriente leading a column of guerrillas to open, to the northeast of that territory, the "Frank Pais Eastern Front"
Promotion to Comandante
Appointed Comandante and assigned the mission to cross the old province of Oriente leading a column of guerrillas to open, to the northeast of that territory, the "Frank Pais Eastern Front"
Promotion to Commander
Almeida is promoted to commander in the Rebel Army before taking responsibility for a major eastern front of the revolutionary campaign.
Tet Aftermath Commentary
Broadcasts a widely noted assessment after reporting from Vietnam following Tet
Vietnam Commentary
Broadcasts a commentary saying the war appears stalemated
Vietnam Commentary
Broadcasts that the Vietnam War appears stalemated after visiting Vietnam
Arrest of Rainer Langhans
Langhans, now a member of West Berlin Tupamaros (a precursor of Movement 2 June), is arrested
Kommune I
American president Richard Nixon visits Berlin, among the many Berliners waiting to greet him are Kommune I members Dieter Kunzelmann and Rainer Langhans, they attempt to bomb Nixons motorcade, but the bomb is discovered
Kommune I
American president Richard Nixon visits Berlin, among the many Berliners waiting to greet him are Kommune I members Dieter Kunzelmann and Rainer Langhans, they attempt to bomb Nixons motorcade, but the bomb is discovered
Motorcade Route
American president Richard Nixon visits Berlin, among the many Berliners waiting to greet him are Kommune I members Dieter Kunzelmann and Rainer Langhans, they attempt to bomb Nixons motorcade, but the bomb is discovered
Motorcade Route
American president Richard Nixon visits Berlin, among the many Berliners waiting to greet him are Kommune I members Dieter Kunzelmann and Rainer Langhans, they attempt to bomb Nixons motorcade, but the bomb is discovered
Tupamaros
Langhans, now a member of West Berlin Tupamaros (a precursor of Movement 2 June), is arrested
League Cup Final
Third Division Villa reaches Wembley before losing the League Cup final to Tottenham Hotspur.
Shanghai Communique
Concludes negotiations producing the Shanghai Communique, setting a framework for improved Sino-American relations.
White House Tape 864-004
John Dean appears with Richard Nixon in the 3-minute White House recording numbered 864-004; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
White House Tape 864-004
Richard Nixon appears with John Dean in the 3-minute White House recording numbered 864-004; the Watergate Special Prosecution Force later included the recording in its transcript collection.
Kidnap
Peter Lorenz, the CDU candidate for Mayor of Berlin, is kidnapped
You Better You Bet
Release You Better You Bet.
President Elected
Diouf wins his first presidential election as incumbent
Strike
More than 50 perent of miners back at work
Amnesty
Announces an amnesty for all political prisoners
Caracazo
Price increases and transport costs triggered widespread unrest, followed by a forceful government security response.
Governor-General Takes Office
Vincent Eri becomes Governor-General of Papua New Guinea
Authority Restored in Kuwait City
Government services begin returning after seven months of occupation.
Community Charge Consultation
Meets local-authority associations and opposition parties while considering alternatives to the existing community-charge system.
Kuwait Liberated
Announces that Kuwait has been liberated.
Liberated Government Preparations
Prepares restoration of legitimate Kuwaiti administration after liberation.
Liberation of Kuwait
The Emir's government prepares to restore authority after coalition forces liberate Kuwait.
Occupation Defeated
Coalition forces restore control of Kuwait City to Kuwaiti authorities.
Greatest Hits
Releases Greatest Hits with several new songs recorded with the E Street Band.
Academy Award
Wins Best Picture and Best Director Academy Awards for Million Dollar Baby.
Chelsea League Cup Victory
Wins his first English trophy as Chelsea defeat Liverpool after extra time in the League Cup final.
Bombing of Kabul
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Diplomatic Negotiations
In a policy shift US officials say they will participate in high-level talks with Iran and Syria at a meeting about Iraq
Suicide
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Taliban
A suicide bomber attacks a United States base near Kabul, about a mile away from where the vice president is staying, the Taliban claims responsibility for the attack which killed more than 20 people
Independence of Iraq
In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010
Invasion of Iraq
In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010
Rule of Iraq
In front of a crowd of Marines in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, President Obama announced his intention to withdraw most American troops out of Iraq by August 31, 2010
Earthquake Emergency
Declares emergency measures after a major earthquake and tsunami strike central and southern Chile.
National Transitional Council Established
Opposition representatives establish the National Transitional Council as a provisional authority.
Prime Minister of Tunisia
Beji Caid Essebsi became prime minister of the transitional government.
Resignation of Prime Minister
Mohamed Ghannouchi resigned as prime minister amid continuing demonstrations.
Aerial Engagement
Mujahid Anwar Khan leads the Pakistan Air Force during the aerial confrontation with India following the Balakot strike.
Hanoi Summit
Meets Donald Trump at the Hanoi summit.
COVID-19
Nigeria confirms the first COVID-19 case in sub-Saharan Africa.
Head of Government of Tunisia
Elyes Fakhfakh became head of government after receiving parliamentary confidence.
Nuclear Deterrent Alert
Orders Russian nuclear deterrence forces to a heightened alert posture
Siege of Chernihiv
Chernihiv comes under siege during Russia's northern offensive.
Brexit
Agrees the Windsor Framework with the European Union.
Births on February 27
Birth of Constantine I the Great
Constantine I is born at Naissus, probably in 272 or 273, to Constantius Chlorus and Helena.
Birth of Paul Ricoeur
Paul Ricoeur is born in Valence in southeastern France.
Birth of Carlos Alberto Gomes Parreira
Birth of Carlos Alberto Gomes Parreira
Birth of Timothy Leonard Spall
Birth of Timothy Leonard Spall
Deaths on February 27
Death of Walther Stewart
Leads a plot to assassinate James I
Death of Brian Layton
Sir Brian Layton is killed during the English defeat at the Battle of Ancrum Moor.
Death of Ralph Eure
Sir Ralph Eure is killed when the English army is defeated by the Scots at Ancrum Moor.
Death of John Evelyn
John Evelyn dies in London.
Death of Bahadur Shah I
Death of Bahadur Shah I
Death of George Pomeroy Colley
His death ends his command during the First Boer War.
Death of Robert Sobukwe
Death of Robert Sobukwe
Death of Konrad Zacharias Lorenz
Death of Konrad Zacharias Lorenz, Lorenz has been called The father of ethology
Battles on February 27
Battle of Fariskur
Turanshah, the new Sultan, arrives in Egypt from Hasankeyf and goes straight to Al Mansurah to lead the Egyptian army
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Archibald Douglas, Earl of Angus, helps lead the Scottish force against the English raiders.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Angus distinguishes himself in the Scottish victory over the English at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Angus fights at Ancrum Moor after English raids and Scottish resistance to the Treaty of Greenwich settlement.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Angus helps defeat the English army at Ancrum Moor during the Rough Wooing.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
The Scottish victory at Ancrum Moor answers English pressure following Scotland's rejection of the Treaty of Greenwich.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Sir Ralph Eure is killed while commanding part of the defeated English force at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
The English force under Sir Ralph Eure and Sir Brian Layton is defeated by the Scots under Angus and Arran.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
George Gordon, Earl of Huntly, joins the Scottish commanders opposing the English invasion.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Arran celebrates the Scottish victory after Ancrum Moor as the battle halts English incursions in the Borders.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Arran helps command the Scottish forces that defeat the English army at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Scottish forces defeat an English army at Ancrum Moor during the Rough Wooing.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Scottish forces defeat an English raiding army during the Rough Wooing.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
The battle reverses English momentum in the Scottish Borders during Henry VIII's Rough Wooing.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
The English defeat at Ancrum Moor weakens Henry VIII's attempt to force the Edward and Mary marriage alliance.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Sir Brian Layton is killed when the English force is defeated by the Scots at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Norman Leslie fights with the Scottish army that defeats the English force at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Norman Leslie brings Fife spearmen to the Scottish force before the victory at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Scottish victory strengthens the anti-English faction supported by Mary of Guise
Battle of Ancrum Moor
The Scottish victory at Ancrum Moor strengthens the anti-English position supported by Mary of Guise.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Walter Scott of Buccleuch supports the Scottish force during the victory at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
Walter Scott of Buccleuch joins the Scottish army and helps defeat the English force at Ancrum Moor.
Battle of Ancrum Moor
John Somerville fights on the Scottish side during the defeat of the English raiding army.
Battle of Beacon Hill
Fights Ballard in an attempt to prevent the Roundheads from capturing Newark
Battle of Orthez
Defeats Soult
Battle of Kaplona
Many of the Hungarian rebels are annhilated while the survivors flee across the Tisza
Battle of Majuba
Colley is killed as the Boer victory at Majuba secures Transvaal autonomy.
Battle of Majuba Hill
Is killed during the Boer victory at Majuba.
Battle of Majuba Hill
Leads Boer fighters in the decisive Majuba victory.
Battle of Paardeberg
Surrenders with his commando at Paardeberg.
Battle of Paardeberg
Otter commands the Royal Canadian Regiment during the final operations that precede Cronje's surrender at Paardeberg.
Battle of Paardeberg
Receives Cronje's surrender after encirclement.
Battle at Objective Norfolk
Rhame's division fights through Iraqi armoured forces around Objective Norfolk.
Battle of Medina Ridge
Griffith's division defeats Republican Guard armour during the battle of Medina Ridge.
Battle of Kharkiv
Kharkiv resists Russian attacks in the war's first days.