Historical Events
Custer Leaves Fort Lincoln
7th US Cavalry under General George Armstrong Custer leaves Fort Lincoln
Famous Birthdays
- Alban Collignon, Belgian sport journalist, born in Mechelen, Belgium (d. 1955)
1876 Highlights
About May 17, 1876
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 147 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus