Historical Events
- Vice-President of Sinn Féin Maire Drumm is arrested in the Republic of Ireland
Famous Birthdays
- Neil Cowley, English jazz pianist (Displaced, Fragile State), born in London
Famous Deaths
- Reginald Owen, British actor (Mary Poppins, Sherlock Holmes), dies at 85
1972 Highlights
About November 5, 1972
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 6 months and 26 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
