Famous Birthdays
- Leo Abse, Welsh politician and biographer, born in Cardiff (d. 2008)
- Sidney Nolan, Australian painter and illustrator (Ned Kelly), born in Carlton, Victoria, Australia (d. 1992)
- Yvette Chauviré, French ballerina, born in Paris (d. 2016)
1917 Highlights
About April 22, 1917
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Taurus
