On This Day in History - October 17

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What Happened On This Day In History - October 17

1777 October 17

1777-10-17

British General John Burgoyne surrenders at Saratoga NY

1979 October 17

1979-10-17

Missionary, Mother Teresa, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.