Sri Lanka on July 27

This is 27th of July. It is day 208 of the year. As of today, there are 157 days left until the end of the year. The island nation, with its cultural heritage and pivotal role in global history, has witnessed numerous defining moments throughout the centuries. From ancient kingdoms and colonial rule to modern independence and national transformation, the country's history is a tapestry of triumphs, struggles, and remarkable achievements. If you are curious about the most important and notable historical footprint of Sri Lanka, let us delve into more On This Day events to uncover fascinating tidbits from the nation's history that covers for 365 days.

Today’s Highlight

• 1867 – St. Joseph’s College, one of the oldest schools, was established in Trincomalee by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate.
• 1953 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Belgium.
• 1972 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Luxembourg.
• 1975 – The LTTE carried out its first armed attack by assassinating the Mayor of Jaffna, Alfred Duraiyappa.
• 1983 – During Black July, 18 Tamil prisoners were murdered in the second phase of the massacre at Welikada prison.
• 2001 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Madagascar.
• 2012 – Sri Lanka introduced a roadmap to investigate alleged war crimes by its army during the final stages of the 2009 war, as the cabinet approved for implementing the Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation.