births
September 17, 1639
Hans Herr, Swiss bishop (died 1725)
Hans Herr
Hans Herr was born in Zürich, Switzerland. While often cited as a descendant of the knight Hugo Herr, scholarship done in the 20th century has put this claim in doubt. He joined the Swiss Brethren and became a bishop. He was the first Mennonite bishop to emigrate to America.
September 17
September 17 is the 260th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 105 days remain until the end of the year.