Today in History |
||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
On March 17, learn about the most interesting historical events and facts that occurred throughout history. The 17th of March is the 76th day of the Gregorian calendar (77th in leap years); it commemorates the first flight of the B-45 Tornado, the first operational jet bomber, and the launch of the Vanguard 1 satellite, the first orbital satellite launched with solar electric power.
Pisces is the zodiac sign for March 17th. Nat King Cole, James Irwin, Alexander McQueen, Mia Hamm, and Katie Ledecky are all born on March 17th. National Corn Dog Day and St. Patrick’s Day both fall on March 17th.
Event |
---|
![]() (March 17, 461 A.D.) Check out fun facts about St. Patricks Day Take our quiz about St. Patricks Day |
![]() Advertisements
(March 17, 1969) |
![]() (March 17, 1992) |
![]() (March 17, 2000) |
![]() (March 17, 2005) |
(Died on March 17, 2021) |
GIPHY App Key not set. Please check settings