Historical Events
- The Church Missionary Society establishes New Zealand's second mission station at Kerikeri
Famous Birthdays
- James Henry Van Alen, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Kinderhook, New York (d. 1886)
About August 17, 1819
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 204 years, 11 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
