Historical Events
- Amnesty International receives Erasmus-prize
- NASA publicly unveils space shuttle Enterprise in Palmdale, California, named after Star Trek Enterprise with cast attending
Album Release
Ringo Starr releases "Ringo's Rotogravure" album
Ringo Starr
Famous Birthdays
- Jonathan Nichols, dance skater (with partner Tami Tyler), born in Wilmington, Delaware
- Maile Misajon, American pop singer (Eden's Crush - "Get Over Yourself"), born in Long Beach, California
1976 Highlights
About September 17, 1976
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 4 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo