Historical Events
Sports History
22nd NASCAR Sprint Cup: Richard Petty wins
- Charity concert for United Crusade (now United Way) in San Diego, California attracts nearly 52,000; performers include: J. Geils Band, Jesse Colin Young, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Foghat, and Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show
Famous Birthdays
- Vassilis Tsiartas, Greek footballer, born in Alexandria, Greece
Famous Deaths
- Rudolf Friml, Czech-American concert pianist and composer (Rose-Marie; The Vagabond King), dies at 92
About November 12, 1972
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Can See Clearly Now - Johnny Nash
#1 Song: Clair - Gilbert O'sullivan
