What Happened on November 22, 1975

Historical Events

  • Drummuckavall Ambush: 3 British Army soldiers are killed and one captured when the Provisional Irish Republican Army attack a watchtower in South Armagh, North Ireland

Event of Interest

Juan Carlos I proclaimed King of Spain as monarchy restored after 31 years

Famous Birthdays

  • Aiko [Yanai], Japanese singer, born in Osaka
Born in 1975

Famous Deaths

  • François de Roubaix, French film score composer, dies in diving accident at 36

About November 22, 1975

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 4 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: That's The Way (I Like It) - KC And The Sunshine Band
  • UK #1 Song: D.I.V.O.R.C.E. - Billy Connolly