Historical Events
- There is widespread and severe rioting in Nationalist areas of Northern Ireland on the anniversary of the introduction of Internment
Famous Birthdays
- A-Mei [Kulilay Amit], Taiwanese Puyuma singer known as the "Queen of Mando-Pop", born in Beinan, Taitung, Taiwan
- Elizabeth Vassey, American actress (Emily Martin-All My Children), born in Raleigh, North Carolina
- Juanes [Juan Esteban Aristizábal], Colombian singer and songwriter, winner of 24 Latin Grammy Awards, born in Carolina del PrĂncipe, Antioquia, Colombia
- Robert Peal, American dance skater (with Margot Contois), born in Chicago, Illinois
- Silvia Ramon-Cortes, Spanish tennis star (1994 Futures-Vigo), born in Barcelona, Spain
Famous Deaths
- Ernst von Salomon, German writer (Kette Der Tausend Kraniche), dies at 69
- Richard Elsasser, American composer and organist, dies at 45
1972 Highlights
About August 9, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 9 months and 20 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: School's Out - Alice Cooper
