Snakes Alive! It's St Patrick's Day
![St Patrick depicted with the snakes that he drove into the sea](https://www.onthisday.com/images/articles/st-patrick.jpg)
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Historical Events
- British forces evacuate Boston to Nova Scotia during Revolutionary War
1776 Highlights
About March 17, 1776
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 248 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces