Today in History for 17th May 1944
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Historical Events
Events 1 - 4 of 4
- -18] Allied air raid on Surabaja, Java
- Chinese/US arm forces take Myitkyina Airport, Burma
- General Eisenhower sets D-Day for June 5th
- Operation Straightline: Allies land in Neth New-Guinea
Famous Birthdays
Birthdays 1 - 4 of 4
- Arif Butt, cricketer (pace bowler for Pakistan in three Tests 1964-65)
- Canon P B Price, general secretary, USPG
- Jesse Winchester, Shreveport La, singer/songwriter (Learn to Love it)
- Paul Crossley, concert pianist
