Historical Events
- Kalakuta Republic, commune of Nigerian musician and activist Fela Kuti, burnt to the ground by soldiers in Lagos
Famous Birthdays
- Matthew Kaminski, jazz, and baseball organist (Atlanta Braves), polka accordionist, and educator, born in Chicago, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Janani Luwum, Ugandan Archbishop (b. 1922)
- Quincy Howe, American newscaster (CBS Weekend News), dies at 76
1977 Highlights
About February 17, 1977
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Blinded By The Light - Manfred Mann's Earth Band
#1 Song: When I Need You - Leo Sayer
