Historical Events
- 48th Boston Marathon won by Gerard Cote of Canada in 2:31:50.4; second straight victory; 3rd of 4 titles
Famous Birthdays
- John Lill, British classical pianist, born in London
Famous Deaths
- Jack Hearne, English cricket spin bowler (12 Tests, 49 wickets; England's first hat-trick vs Australia 1899), dies at 76
Died in 1944 1944 Highlights
About April 17, 1944
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 80 years and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aries
