Historical Events
Music History
American guitar legend Chuck Berry and former Beatle John Lennon perform together, with Yoko Ono, on 'The Mike Douglas Show' TV program
- German mass murderers "Three of Breda" freed
- Test Cricket debut of Lawrence Rowe WI v NZ Kingston, 214 & 100
NBA Record
Wilt Chamberlain of the Los Angeles Lakers becomes first player in NBA history to reach the career 30,000 point mark during a 110-109 loss to the Phoenix Suns
1972 History
Famous Birthdays
- Jerome Bettis, American Pro Football HOF running back (Super Bowl 2005 Pittsburgh Steelers; First-team All-Pro 1993, 96; 6 × Pro Bowl), born in Detroit, Michigan
About February 16, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Without You - Nilsson
#1 Song: Son of My Father - Chicory Tip
