October 17

    What happened on October 17 in history

    8 events fall on October 17, from 1777 to 1973. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on October 17

    1. 1777

      The Battle of Saratoga ends

      A British army surrenders and France is persuaded to join the war.

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    2. 1777

      Burgoyne surrenders at Saratoga

      The defeat brings France into the American war.

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    3. 1814

      The London beer flood

      A vat bursts in St Giles and porter floods the streets.

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    4. 1931

      Al Capone is convicted

      The Chicago boss is found guilty of tax evasion.

      Read about Christ the Redeemer Under Construction, Rio de JaneiroPlay the 20th century round

    5. 1931

      Capone is convicted

      The Chicago boss is found guilty of tax evasion.

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    6. 1933

      Einstein arrives in America

      He reaches the United States as a refugee from Nazi Germany.

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    7. 1973

      The oil embargo begins

      Arab producers cut supply and prices quadruple.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

    8. 1973

      The oil embargo

      OPEC producers cut supply to states supporting Israel.

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