Famous Birthdays
- James Alexander, American R&B bassist (The Bar-Kays - "Soul Finger"; "Shaft)
- Jim Bonfanti, American drummer (Raspberries - "Go All the Way"), born in Windber, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Edgar Istel, German composer, dies at 68
1948 Highlights
About December 17, 1948
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 5 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
