Historical Events
- Gold hits record $70 an ounce in London
Famous Birthdays
- Jimmy Pop [James Franks], American rock singer and musician (The Bloodhound Gang - "The Bad Touch"), born in Trappe, Pennsylvania
- Justyna Steczkowska, Polish singer-songwriter, born in Rzeszow, Poland
- Mohamed Al-Deayea, Saudi Arabian footballer, born in Hail, Saudi Arabia
Famous Deaths
- Brian Cole, American rock vocalist and bassist (Association - "Windy"; "Cherish"), dies of overdose at 29
- Helen Hoyt, American poet, dies at 85
- Paul Goodman, US social critic/writer, dies at 60
- Rudolph Ganz, Swiss-American pianist, conductor (St. Louis Symphony, 1921-27), composer, and educator (Chicago Musical College, 1928-54), dies at 95
1972 Highlights
About August 2, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Alone Again (Naturally) - Gilbert O'Sullivan
#1 Song: Puppy Love - Donny Osmond
