January 17

Tuesday 17, 1995:

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake called "the Great Hanshin earthquake" occurs near Kobe, Japan, causing extensive property damage and killing 6,433 people.

Sunday 17, 1982:

"Cold Sunday" in the United States sees temperatures fall to their lowest levels in over 100 years in numerous cities.

Wednesday 17, 1945:

Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg disappears in Hungary while in Soviet custody.

Friday 17, 1873:

First Battle of the Stronghold in the US Modoc War.

Wednesday 17, 1562:

France recognized the Houguenots under the Addiction of St. Germain.

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