Historical Events
- ABA (Nets, Pacers, Nuggets & Spurs) merges into NBA
- Indonesia annexes Portuguese East-Timor
- Soweto Uprising: Government deploys armed military to quell student protests; hundreds of civilians and children killed
Famous Birthdays
- Sven Nys, Belgian mountainbiker & cyclo-crosser, born in Bonheiden, Belgium
About June 17, 1976
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 10 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Silly Love Songs - Wings
#1 Song: Combine Harvester (Brand New Key) - Wurzels
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