Famous Birthdays
- John III Sobieski, King of Poland (1674-96), victor over the Turks in 1683, born in Olesko, Kingdom of Poland (d. 1696)
About August 17, 1629
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 394 years, 11 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
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