Famous Birthdays
- Douglas Carr, England cricket spin bowler (1 Test, 7 wickets; Kent CCC), born in Cranbrook, England (d. 1950)
- Willie Quaife, English cricket batsman (7 Tests, 1 x 50; Sussex CCC, Warwickshire CCC), born in Newhaven, England (d. 1951)
About March 17, 1872
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 152 years, 1 month and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
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