Historical Events
- Sir Ralph Abercromby attacks San Juan, Puerto Rico, one of the largest invasions of Spanish territories in America
Famous Birthdays
- Jean-Baptiste-Joseph Tolbecque, Belgian-French composer and conductor, born in Hanzinne, Belgium (d. 1869)
1797 Highlights
About April 17, 1797
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 225 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
