Historical Events
- Sir Ralph Abercromby attacks San Juan, Puerto Rico, one of the largest invasions of Spanish territories in America
Famous Birthdays
- Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Tolbecque, Belgian-French composer and conductor, born in Hanzinne, Belgium (d. 1869)
About April 17, 1797
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 227 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
