Historical Events
- Italy declares war on Turkey
Famous Birthdays
- Safa Khulusi, Iraqi writer and historian, born in Baghdad (d. 1995)
- Zhou Xiaoyan, Chinese operatic soprano and pedagogue (Shanghai Conservatory, 1949-65 and 1970-78), born in Wuhan, China (d. 2016)
1917 Highlights
About August 17, 1917
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
