Historical Events
- British government declares state of emergency after month-long coal miners' strike
- William Craig, who had been Northern Ireland Minister for Home Affairs, launches 'Ulster Vanguard' as an umbrella movement for the right-ring of Unionism
Famous Birthdays
- Crispin Freeman, American cartoon voice actor, born in Chicago, Illinois
- Darren Ferguson, Scottish footballer
- Jason George, - American actor (Sunset Beach, 1997-99 - "Michael Bourne"; Grey's Anatomy/Station 19 - "Dr. Ben Warren"), born in Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Norbert Rosza, Hungarian swimmer (100m freestyle record)
About February 9, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 3 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Let's Stay Together - Al Green
#1 Song: Telegram Sam - T Rex
