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What Happened on May 17, 1673

Historical Events

  • Frenchmen Louis Jolliet and Jacques Marquette, a Jesuit, set out from the Saint-Ignace mission on an expedition to explore the Mississippi river (reach border of Louisiana and Arkansas)
1673 Highlights

About May 17, 1673

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Saturday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Wednesday

How Long Ago? 351 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus