Historical Events
- Alaska becomes a US territory
Famous Deaths
- Louis Brassin, Belgian pianist, composer and music educator, dies at 43
Died in 1884 1884 Highlights
About May 17, 1884
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus
