Famous Birthdays
- Abe Terry, English rugby league front rower (11 Tests; Challenge Cup 1961 St. Helens RLFC [216 games]), born in St. Helens, England (d. 2024)
- Earl Morrall, American NFL quarterback (Super Bowl 1970, 72, 73; Pro Bowl 1957, 68; First-team All-Pro 1968, 72; NFL MVP 1968; Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins), born in Muskegon, Michigan (d. 2014)
About May 17, 1934
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 89 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
