Historical Events
- Haitian ferry boat capsize in storm, 800-2,000 die
- Hartford right wing Pat Verbeek scores his 300th career NHL goal and adds his 300th career assist in a 5-3 Whalers' home loss to the Buffalo Sabres
Famous Deaths
- Alfredo de Leon, leader (Philippines Red Scorpio Gang), killed
- George E. Wilburn, film editor, dies of emphysema at 77
- Leslie Townsend, English cricket all-rounder (England in 4 Tests 1930-34), dies at 89
About February 17, 1993
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 3 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius
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#1 Song: I Will Always Love You - Whitney Houston
#1 Song: No Limit - 2 Unlimited
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