Fatto generale: 240 is the number of pence in a pound in the British currency until 1971.
Fatto matematico: 240 is the smallest number with 20 divisors.
Trivia: 240 is distinct solutions of the Soma cube puzzle.
Data storica: August 27th is the day in 1975 that the Governor of Portuguese Timor abandons its capital, Dili, and flees to Atauro Island, leaving control to a rebel group.