Historical Events
- China performs nuclear test at Lop Nor, PRC
- Coldest World Series game; Reds beat NY Yankees, 4-3 in Game 2 at Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati; 39 degrees F (until 1997)
Famous Birthdays
- Sebastián Abreu, Uruguayan footballer
About October 17, 1976
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 6 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: If You Leave Me Now - Chicago
#1 Song: Mississippi - Pussycat
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