Historical Events
Burns vs Roche
Canadian champion Tommy Burns KOs Irish challenger Jem Roche in 1:28s of the 1st round at the Theatre Royal, Dublin; then quickest world heavyweight boxing title fight
Famous Birthdays
- Boris Polevoy, Russian journalist and writer, born in Moscow, Russian Empire (d. 1981) [OS=Mar 4]
- Radie Britain, American composer, born near Silverton, Texas (d. 1994)
About March 17, 1908
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
