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August 27th is remembered for the first successful flight of a jet-propelled aircraft, the Heinkel He 178, in 1939. This technological advancement marked the beginning of the jet age, revolutionizing aviation and paving the way for modern air travel and military aviation.
Additionally, August 27th marks the birthday of Lyndon B. Johnson in 1908, the 36th President of the United States. Johnson’s presidency was marked by significant achievements, including the passage of landmark civil rights legislation, the establishment of Medicare and Medicaid, and efforts to combat poverty and inequality.
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