What Happened on March 29, 1917

Famous Birthdays

  • Arthur Knight, CEO (Courtaulds), born in London (d. 2003)
  • Man o' War, American thoroughbred racehorse (Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes 1920), foaled at Nursery Stud, Kentucky (d. 1947)
  • Tommy Holmes, American baseball outfielder (MLB All Star 1945, 48; NL HR leader 1945; Boston Braves) and manager (Boston Braves), born in Brooklyn, New York (d. 2008)

Famous Deaths

  • Fran Gerbič, Slovenian composer, dies at 76
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About March 29, 1917

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 107 years and 1 month
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aries