Historical Events
- Dutch RC bishops publish manifest against "godless communism"
- Voice of America begins broadcasting to USSR
Famous Birthdays
- Ben Cramer, Dutch pop and musical theater singer ("De Clown"), born in Amsterdam. Holland
- Dallas Adams, British actor, painter and writer (Terror From Within)
- Dodie Stevens [Geraldine Pasquale], American pop singer ("Pink Shoe Laces"), born in Chicago, Illinois
About February 17, 1947
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
