Jun 171894

What Happened on June 17, 1894

Historical Events

Polio

1st US poliomyelitis epidemic breaks out in Rutland, Vermont

Children with polio in a US hospital, inside an iron lung. In about 0.5% of cases, patients suffered from paralysis, sometimes resulting in the inability to breathe. More often, limbs would be paralyzed.

1894 Highlights

About June 17, 1894

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 129 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini

What Happened in 1894

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