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Anniversaries in American history that fall on June 17.

1972 · Events / Milestones & Firsts
Watergate
The 1972–1974 political scandal that ended a presidency and shook American democracy
Watergate
1930 · Eras
Smoot-Hawley Tariff signed
Retaliatory tariffs collapse global trade; depression deepens worldwide
The Great Depression
1775 · Events / Wars & Conflicts
Battle of Bunker Hill
The 1775 bloodbath that proved American militiamen could stand against British regulars
Battle of Bunker Hill