Famous Birthdays
- Eduard Reményi, Hungarian violinist and composer, born in Miskolc, Austria-Hungary (d. 1898) [some sources cite birth year as 1830]
- Lewis Addison Grant, American teacher, lawyer, and Brevet Major General (Union Army), born in Winhall, Vermont (d. 1918)
About January 17, 1828
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 196 years, 3 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
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