Historical Events
- Avalanche destroys every building in Leukerbad, Switzerland; kills 53
Famous Deaths
- Captain Benjamin Church, Plymouth Colony settler and military leader
Died in 1718 1718 Highlights
About January 17, 1718
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Friday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 306 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
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