Historical Events
- Prussian King Frederik Willem I buys conscript for nobles
Famous Birthdays
- William Wildman Shute Barrington, British statesman, born in Becket, Massachusetts (d. 1793)
1717 Highlights
About January 5, 1717
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 303 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn