Historical Events
- British troops attack canal of Ypres in Boesinghe, Belgium
- The entire US National Guard is taken into national service, subject to presidential rather than state control
About August 5, 1917
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
