What Happened on June 17, 1885

Historical Events

Statue of Liberty

Statue of Liberty arrives in NYC aboard French ship `Isere'

Famous Deaths

  • Edwin Freiherr von Manteuffel, Prussian Generalfeldmarschall noted for his victories in the Franco-Prussian War, dies at 76
1885 Highlights

About June 17, 1885

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 137 years, 9 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Gemini