Historical Events
Sun Yat-sen Takes Command
In China, Sun Yat-sen and his supporters' 'rump' parliament establishes a military government and elects Sun Yat-sen as commander-in-Chief
1917 Highlights
About August 31, 1917
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 7 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Virgo