Famous Birthdays
- Alberich Zwyssig, Swiss monk and composer (Swiss psalm - Swiss National Anthem), born in Bauen, Switzerland (d. 1854)
Famous Deaths
- David Zeisberger, Moravian clergyman and missionary, dies at 87
- Mustafa IV, 29th Sultan of Ottoman Empire (1807-08), dies at 29
Died in 1808 1808 Highlights
About November 17, 1808
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 215 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
