Craft Jerky Day
Craft Jerky Day is celebrated annually on December 2nd. It’s a day dedicated to appreciating the art of making high-quality, handcrafted jerky. Unlike mass-produced jerky, craft jerky focuses on premium ingredients, unique flavors, and traditional techniques—often small-batch and sometimes locally sourced. Many craft jerky makers experiment with bold seasonings like bourbon, chili-lime, or teriyaki. Purchase jerky from small businesses or specialty shops. Make your own at home using a dehydrator or oven—beef, turkey, or even plant-based options. Jerky pairs well with craft beer or wine for a tasting experience.
Here’s a snapshot of November 27th in history across different eras:
Major Historical Events
1095 – Pope Urban II declared the First Crusade at the Council of Clermont, urging Christians to reclaim the Holy Land from Muslim control.
1295 – King Edward I of England called what became known as the Model Parliament, a key step toward representative government.
1703 – The Great Storm of 1703 dissipated over England after killing 10,000–30,000 people and sinking hundreds of Royal Navy ships—the worst storm in British history.
1895 – Alfred Nobel signed his will establishing the Nobel Prizes, awarded for achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace.
1924 – The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in New York City, starting a beloved American tradition.
1978 – Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in U.S. history, was assassinated in San Francisco along with Mayor George Moscone.
2005 – Surgeons in France performed the world’s first partial face transplant on Isabelle Dinoire after a dog attack.
Notable Births
Bruce Lee (1940) – Martial arts legend and actor who transformed action cinema.
Jimi Hendrix (1942) – Iconic guitarist and rock musician known for his innovative style.
Bill Nye (1955) – Science educator and TV personality, “The Science Guy.”
Caroline Kennedy (1957) – Author, attorney, and U.S. ambassador; daughter of President John F. Kennedy.
Kathryn Bigelow (1951) – Film director, first woman to win an Oscar for Best Director (The Hurt Locker).
Anders Celsius (1701) – Swedish astronomer and physicist who developed the Celsius temperature scale.
Notable Deaths
Horace (8 BC) – Renowned Roman poet, best known for his Odes, which influenced European literature for centuries.
Clovis I (511) – King of the Franks and founder of the Merovingian dynasty, pivotal in early medieval European history.
Abraham de Moivre (1754) – French mathematician famous for De Moivre’s theorem in complex numbers.
Ada Lovelace (1852) – English mathematician, often regarded as the world’s first computer programmer for her work on Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine.
Alexandre Dumas fils (1895) – French author and playwright, best known for La Dame aux Camélias (Camille).
Eugene O’Neill (1953) – American playwright and Nobel laureate, author of Long Day’s Journey Into Night and The Iceman Cometh.
Harvey Milk (1978) – Civil rights leader and one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S.; assassinated in San Francisco.
George Moscone (1978) – Mayor of San Francisco, assassinated alongside Harvey Milk.
Ken Russell (2011) – British film director known for Women in Love and The Devils.
Gary Speed (2011) – Welsh professional footballer and manager.
Tony Hsieh (2020) – Entrepreneur and former CEO of Zappos, known for transforming online retail and corporate culture.
