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What Happened on April 17, 1912

Historical Events

1st Unofficial Gold Record

1st unofficial gold record (Al Jolson's "Ragging The Baby To Sleep")

Famous Birthdays

  • Isador Caplan, British lawyer and Aldeburgh Festival pioneer, born in Blackpool, England (d. 1995)

About April 17, 1912

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries