Historical Events
- -29] Tropical storm Agnes upgraded to a hurricane, makes landfall in Panama City (would kill 128)
- A Catholic civilian is shot dead by the Provisional Irish Republican Army in the Cracked Cup Social Club, Belfast
- Hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers face flight delays and cancellations after pilots threaten to strike over hijack fears
- Secretary of State for Northern Ireland William Whitelaw concedes 'special category' status, or 'political status' for paramilitary prisoners in Northern Ireland
Famous Birthdays
- Andre Strode, CFL defensive back (BC Lions)
- Anna Van der Kamp, Abbotsford BC, rower (Olympics 1996)
- Dennis Lyxzén, Swedish musician
Jean Dujardin
Jean Dujardin, 1st French actor to win an Oscar for Best Actor (The Artist), born in Rueil-Malmaison, Île-de-France
Jean Dujardin
- Millard Coleman, CFL receiver (Montreal Alouettes)
- Poppy Montgomery, Australian actress (Without a Trace), born in Sydney, New South Wales
- Robin Tunney, American actress (The Mentalist), born in Chicago, Illinois
1972 Highlights
About June 19, 1972
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
