Historical Events
- Battle of Cowpens: American revolutionary forces led by Brigadier General Daniel Morgan defeat the British under Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton in a decisive double envelopment near the town of Cowpens, a turning point in the American reconquest of South Carolina
Famous Deaths
- Marie de Negre Dables, marquess, dies
Died in 1781 1781 Highlights
About January 17, 1781
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 243 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
