Historical Events
- 6th round of Strategic Arms Limitation Talks ends in Vienna Austria
Olympic Gold
Dutch speed skater Ard Schenk wins the 5,000m at the Sapporo Winter Olympics; also wins the 1,500m and 10,000m gold medals
Music History
US Senator Strom Thurmond suggests John Lennon be deported
1972 History
Famous Birthdays
- Giovanni Silva De Oliveira, Brazilian footballer
- Kelvin Anderson, CFL running back (Calgary Stampeders)
About February 4, 1972
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: American Pie (Parts I & II) - Don McLean
#1 Song: Telegram Sam - T Rex
