Famous Birthdays
- Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, English Parliamentary general (Commander-in-Chief of New Model Army during English Civil War), born in Denton Hall, Yorkshire, England (d. 1671)
1612 Highlights
About January 17, 1612
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 411 years, 8 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
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