Famous Birthdays
- Martinus Niewindt, Dutch Bishop of Curacao (advocate for fair treatment and abolition of slavery), born in Amsterdam (d. 1860)
Famous Deaths
- Jacob Wilhelm Lustig, German composer, dies at 89
1796 Highlights
About May 17, 1796
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 226 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
