Discover the magic of 27th May! From Chacha Nehru’s love for children and a floating two-person country to hidden treasures, cartoon classics by Walt Disney, and the invention of the film camera—this fun-filled article brings history alive for curious kids.
Dear Young Explorers,
Today is 27th May, a special day in history – and I have got a treasure trove of fun facts, heroic tales, and exciting inventions to share with you!
Let’s begin by remembering someone very dear to children – Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, fondly known as Chacha Nehru. He loved children so much that his birthday, 14th November, is celebrated as Children’s Day across India! Today marks his death anniversary, and it’s a day to reflect on his dreams for a bright and happy future for all of you.
🏰 The Country of Only TWO People?!
Now, here’s a story that sounds like it’s straight out of a fantasy novel! Have you ever heard of a country with just TWO people? Welcome to the Principality of Sealand, a tiny kingdom floating 12 kilometres off the coast of England!
Sealand started its royal journey in 1967 when a brave man named Paddy Roy Bates and his wife declared it their own country! They even have a flag, anthem, and constitution—all the things a real country needs. But it’s not just about fun and games… in 1978, they were attacked by invaders! Did they run away? Oh no! The royal family fought bravely and protected their floating fortress!
Check out this fascinating video to see the real-life floating kingdom:
💰 Treasures of Troy – A Real-Life Indiana Jones!
Do you love treasure hunts? Well, back in 1873, a man named Heinrich Schliemann discovered something incredible—“Priam’s Treasure”, a collection of gold and glittering objects hidden in the ancient city of Troy (in present-day Turkey). Imagine digging in the ground and finding a treasure that had been sleeping for thousands of years! Who knows, maybe you could be a treasure hunter one day.
🎥 Lights, Camera, Action! Thank You, Birt Acres!
Before YouTube, Netflix, or even television, someone had to invent the camera that captured moving pictures. That someone was Birt Acres, and he did it on 27th May, 1895! Thanks to him, we now enjoy movies, cartoons, and all your favourite shows. So the next time you hit play, remember the man who made it all possible!
🧻 Sticky Situations? Say Hello to Masking Tape!
Ever stuck things together with tape while working on a school project? Well, you can thank Richard Drew who, on 27th May 1930, invented masking tape—a handy little helper that now lives in every classroom and stationery box!
🐷 “Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?”
Cartoon time! On this very day in 1933, the legendary Walt Disney released the animated short film “The Three Little Pigs.” It became super popular, and its catchy song “Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?” was sung in homes everywhere!
Watch the delightful piggy adventure here:
✨ So, What’s the Moral of the Day?
History is not just about dusty old books. It’s full of floating castles, hidden treasures, brilliant inventors, and talking pigs! Whether you dream of becoming a doctor, a filmmaker, a scientist, a treasure hunter, or even a king or queen of your own land—everything is possible with curiosity and courage.
So keep reading, keep exploring, and never stop asking “What if?”
