Historical Events
- IRA bomb explodes prematurely at a customs post at Newry, County Down - 9 people, including three members of the IRA and five Catholic civilians, are killed in the explosion
- Rhodesia is expelled by the International Olympic Committee for its racist policies.
Famous Birthdays
- Marliece Andrada, American actress (Baywatch) and Playboy playmate (March 1998), born in Manteca, California
- Max Wilson, Brazilian racing driver, born in Hamburg, Germany
- Stephen Boyd, American NFL linebacker (Detroit Lions), born in Valley Stream, New York
About August 22, 1972
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Brandy (You're A Fine Girl) - Looking Glass
#1 Song: School's Out - Alice Cooper
