February 17th (1854) was a Friday. It's the 45th day of the year (46th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are 320 days left to the end of the year.
Historical Events for 17th February, 1854
» The United Kingdom recognizes the independence of the Orange Free State.
Famous Birthdays on February 17 in 1854
» Friedrich Alfred Krupp, German businessman, founded Krupp (d. 1902)
February 17th Famous Deaths for 1854
» John Martin (painter) called John Martin, English painter (b. 1789)
February 17th Holidays in History
» Christian Feast Day:
» Servite Order named Seven Founders of the Servite Order