September 17

September 17 is the 260th day of the year (261st in leap years). There are 105 days remaining.

Events:

• 1787: United States Constitution adopted
• 1859: Joshua A. Norton declares himself Emperor Norton I
• 1939: Soviet Union attacks Poland
• 1978: Camp David peace agreement between Israel and Egypt

Births:

• 1935: Ken Kesey, author.

Deaths:

Holidays and Observances:

• Feast of Hildegard of Bingen

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