Historical Events
- Kosmos 140 (Soyuz Test) launches into Earth orbit
- Parlophone releases the Beatles' double "A" side single "Penny Lane" & "Strawberry Fields" in the UK
Famous Birthdays
- Chanté Moore, American R&B singer, actress and author (Precious), born in San Francisco, California
- Gary Shuchuk, Canadian former NHL centre and coach (LA Kings), born in Edmonton, Alberta
About February 17, 1967
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 5 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Kind Of A Drag - The Buckinghams
#1 Song: This Is My Song - Petula Clark
