THURSDAY, Aug. 27, 2026
479 B.C.-Greco-Persian Wars: Battle of Plataea, Persian forces led by Mardonius are routed by a Greek army under Pausanias; a double victory with the success at Mycale that ends the Persian invasion 663-Battle of Baekgang: Tang Chinese and Silla Korean forces defeat Baekje Korean forces and their Yamato Japanese allies on the Geum River in Korea, the last Japanese invasion of Korea for 900 years…
On August 27, 2026, a significant event occurred at UNHCR headquarters in Geneva. Angelina Jolie was recognized for her humanitarian efforts by being appointed a United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Goodwill Ambassador. This appointment, which took place at the UNHCR headquarters, highlights the organization's commitment to supporting refugees and displaced individuals worldwide.
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- THURSDAY, Aug. 27, 2026 koreatimes.co.kr
