Historical Events
- Five civilians (four Catholics, one Protestant) killed in gun attack on the Top of the Hill Bar in Derry, North Ireland
Event of Interest
Neil Simons "Sunshine Boys" premieres in NYC
Neil Simon
Famous Birthdays
- Anders Odden, Norwegian musician, born in Stavanger, Norway
- Jan Caloun, Czech hockey forward (Team Czech Olympic gold 1998), born in Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic
- Jonathan Wyatt, New Zealand 5000m runner (Olympics 1996), born in Wellington, New Zealand
- Scott Slutzker, American football tight end (Indianapolis Colts), born in Oakland, California
Famous Deaths
- Gabby Hartnett, American Baseball Hall of Fame catcher (MLB All Star 1933–38; NL MVP 1935; Chicago Cubs) and manager (Chicago Cubs), dies of cirrhosis at 72
1972 Highlights
About December 20, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
