Historical Events
- Boston Braves first baseman Hank Gowdy is first active MLB player to enlist for service in World War I; only player to fight in both World War I & II
Famous Birthdays
- William S. Knowles, American chemist, Nobel Prize laureate, (d. 2012)
About June 1, 1917
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Gemini
