Historical Events
- Kentucky abolishes debtors' prisons
Famous Birthdays
- Frederick West Lander, American poet and Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Salem, Massachusetts (d. 1862)
About December 17, 1821
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 202 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
