Famous Birthdays
- Alberich Zwyssig, Swiss monk and composer (Swiss psalm - Swiss National Anthem), born in Bauen, Switzerland (d. 1854)
Famous Deaths
- David Zeisberger, Moravian clergyman and missionary, dies at 87
- Mustafa IV, 29th Sultan of Ottoman Empire (1807-08), dies at 29
1808 Highlights
About November 17, 1808
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 213 years, 7 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
