Paul Layendecker’s “WAY BACK WHEN” for Monday, August 17, 2026
1908 “Fantasmagorie” by Emile Cohl was shown at the Théâtre de Gymnase in Paris. It was the first fully animated motion picture.
1945 After being rejected by several publishers, George Orwell’s classic “Animal Farm” was first published in England. It was an instant best seller and is considered one of the greatest works of Western literature.
1988 Rogaine became the first hair growth drug approved for marketing by the FDA.
Music History:
1974 Paper Lace’s “The Night Chicago Died” Hit #1, where it would stay for just a week.
Notable Birthdays today:
Singer/Actor Donnie Wahlberg 57
Actor Sean Penn 66
Actor Robert DeNiro 83
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
