1. Hurricane Jeanne makes landfall in Florida - On September 27, 2004, Hurricane Jeanne slammed into the east coast of Florida. The powerful Category 3 storm caused extensive damage and left millions without power.
2. First train arrives in Miami - On September 27, 1896, the first train arrived in Miami, marking the beginning of the city's growth as a major transportation hub.
3. Disney World opens - On September 27, 1982, Epcot Center, the second theme park at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, opened to the public.
4. First Cuban exiles arrive in Florida - On September 27, 1960, the first group of Cuban exiles arrived in Miami, fleeing Fidel Castro's communist regime. This event marked the beginning of a significant chapter in Florida's history as a haven for Cuban-Americans.
5. First commercial flight to Key West - On September 27, 1943, the first commercial flight to Key West was made by National Airlines, opening up the southernmost city in the continental United States to tourism and commerce.
5 Fun Facts About September 27 In Florida History
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