Famous Birthdays
- Charles I, last ruler of Austria-Hungary (1916-18), born in Persenbeug Castle, Austria (d. 1922)
Marcus Garvey (1887-1940)
Jamaican-born black nationalist who began the back-to-Africa movement among US African Americans, born in Saint Ann's Bay, Jamaica
Famous Deaths
- Franz Commer, German composer, dies at 74
Died in 1887 1887 Highlights
About August 17, 1887
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 136 years, 8 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Leo
