Historical Events
Sports History
Jackie Robinson bunts for his 1st major league hit
Famous Birthdays
- Linda Martin, Irish singer and TV presenter, born in Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Tsutomu Wakamatsu, Japanese baseball player, born in Rumoi, HokkaidÅ, Japan
1947 Highlights
About April 17, 1947
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 76 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries
