Historical Events
- The Khmer Rouge captures Phnom Penh, Cambodia marking the end of the Cambodian Civil war (Kampuchea National Day)
Famous Birthdays
- Gabriel Soto, Mexican actor and model, born in Mexico City
- Trifun Živanović, American-Serbian figure skater (1995 Pac Coast Jr champ), born in Santa Monica, California
Famous Deaths
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Indian philosopher and leader, Second President of India (1962-67), dies at 86
Died in 1975 1975 Highlights
About April 17, 1975
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 49 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Philadelphia Freedom - The Elton John Band
#1 Song: Bye Bye Baby - Bay City Rollers
