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April 27 in history: SS Sultana explodes in Mississippi River and more

1865
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1865

Steamboat "SS Sultana" explodes in Mississippi River, kills 1,800.

1961
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1961

Sierra Leone becomes an independent republic.

1992
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1992

British House of Commons elects Betty Boothroyd as its first female Speaker.

1994
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1994

South African citizens of all races are allowed to vote for the first time.

2005
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2005

Superjumbo jet aircraft Airbus A380 makes its maiden flight.