Historical Events
Freedom of the Press
Vladimir Lenin defends "temporary" removal of freedom of the press
Famous Birthdays
- Jack Lescoulie, American TV host (Jackie Gleason Show), born in Sacramento, California (d. 1987)
Famous Deaths
Auguste Rodin (1840-1917)
French sculptor (Baiser, Thinker), dies at 77
- Charles Holroyd, English artist and curator, Director of the National Gallery (1906-16), dies at 56
Died in 1917 1917 Highlights
About November 17, 1917
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Scorpio
