Historical Events
- Pierre de Marivaux's play "Arlequin Poli Par l'Amour" premieres in Paris
Famous Birthdays
- Maria Teresa Agnesi, Italian harpsichodist, singer, and composer, born in Milan, Habsburg Empire (now Italy) (d. 1795)
About October 17, 1720
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 303 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Libra
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