Historical Events
Daytona 500
16th Daytona 500: Richard Petty first driver to win back-to-back titles at Daytona; his 5th Great American race
- 49 die in stampede for seats at soccer match, Cairo, Egypt
- Robert K. Preston, a disgruntled U.S. Army private, buzzes the White House with a stolen helicopter.
Famous Birthdays
- Al-Muhtadee Billah, crown prince of Brunei, born in Bandar Seri Begawan
- Bryan White, American singer, born in Lawton, Oklahoma
- Jerry O'Connell, American actor (Scream 2, Andrew-My Secret Identity), born in NYC, New York
- Kaoru, Japanese musician, born in Hyogo, Japan
About February 17, 1974
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 7 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Way We Were - Barbra Streisand
#1 Song: Devil Gate Drive - Suzi Quatro
