Famous Birthdays
- Jef Scherens, Belgian track cyclist (World C'ships gold sprint 1932-37, 47), born in Werchter, Belgium (d. 1986)
Famous Deaths
Geronimo (1829-1909)
Apache leader and resistance fighter, dies at 79
Died in 1909 1909 Highlights
About February 17, 1909
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 115 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
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