Historical Events
Battle of Eniwetok
Battle of Eniwetok begins with US forces landing on Canna and Camelia islets in the Pacific
- Operation Hailstone: US begins night bombing of Truk island in the Pacific
Famous Birthdays
- Bernie Grant, British politician (Labour), born in Georgetown, British Guiana (d. 2000)
- Karl Jenkins, Welsh composer (Adiemus), born in Penclawdd, Wales
Famous Deaths
- Fausto Agnelli, Swiss painter, dies at 64
Died in 1944 1944 Highlights
About February 17, 1944
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 80 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aquarius
