Historical Events
- Camp Merritt forms in Presidio [see 0503]
Famous Birthdays
- A. J. Casson, Canadian painter (member of Group of Seven), born in Toronto, Ontario (d. 1992)
1898 Highlights
About May 17, 1898
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 125 years, 4 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
