Birthdays occurring on August, 17

1786

Davy Crockett was born on August 17, 1786 American frontiersman, explorer and politician who became a legendary figure. 1786-1836 Let your tongue speak what your heart thinks. More quotations from Davy Crockett

1887

Marcus Garvey was born on August 17, 1887 The Black skin is not a badge of shame, but rather a glorious symbol of national greatness More quotations from Marcus Garvey

1892

Mae West was born on August 17, 1892 American actress and sex symbol, 1892-1980 Love thy neighbor--and if he happens to be tall, debonair and devastating, it will be that much easier. More quotations from Mae West

Deaths occurring on August, 17

1946

Channing Pollock died on August 17, 1946 A critic is a legless man who teaches running More quotations from Channing Pollock

1948

Emil Ludwig died on August 17, 1948 German biographer and writer who is internationally known for his many popular biographies, 1881-1948 The decision to kiss for the first time is the most crucial in any love story. It changes the relationship of two people much more strongly than even the final surrender; because this kiss already has within it that surrender. More quotations from Emil Ludwig

1958

Florent Schmitt died on August 17, 1958 French composer. 1870-1958 When I don't like a piece of music, I make a point of listening to it more closely More quotations from Florent Schmitt

1969

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe died on August 17, 1969 German born American architect. 1886-1969 God is in the details. More quotations from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe