Famous Birthdays
- Elbridge Gerry, American statesman who invented gerrymandering and 5th Vice President of the United States, born in Marblehead, Massachusetts Bay (d. 1814)
1744 Highlights
About July 17, 1744
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 277 years, 6 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Cancer