Famous Birthdays
- Silvio Gesell, Belgian economist (d. 1930)
Famous Deaths
- Fromental Halévy, French composer, dies at 62
Died in 1862 1862 Highlights
About March 17, 1862
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 1 month and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
