Discover our newspaper digital archive from May 13, 1972
Browse newspapers from May 13, 1972
Saturday May 13, 1972: on this day
May 13, 1972 was the 134th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Saturday.
Is May 13, 1972 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 13, 1972, who was born and died on May 13, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 13, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack), movies (e.g. Frenzy, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Love Thy Neighbour) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 13th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 13, 1972?
- May 13, 1972: What happened on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 13, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 13, 1972?
- May 13, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 13, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
- May 13, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- May 13, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 13, 1972?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 13, 1972?
- Who was the Pope on May 13, 1972?
What day of the week was May 13, 1972?
May 13, 1972 was a Saturday and it was the 134th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 13, 1972 can also be written as 5/13/1972 in the US and as 13/5/1972 in UK and Europe.
May 13, 1972: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 13, 1972:
- Milwaukee brewers beat minnesota twins, 4-3, in 22 innings (started may 12).
- Faulty electrical wiring ignites a fire underneath the playtown cabaret in osaka, japan. blocked exits and non-functional elevators lead to 118 fatalities, with many victims leaping to their deaths.
- Okinawa is returned to japan after 27 years of united states military occupation.
- Governor george c. wallace of alabama is shot by arthur herman bremer at a laurel, maryland political rally.
- A fire occurs in the sennichi department store in osaka, japan. blocked exits and non-functional elevators result in 118 fatalities (many victims leaping to their deaths).
- The troubles: a car bombing outside a crowded pub in belfast sparks a two-day gun battle involving the provisional ira, ulster volunteer force and british army. seven people are killed and over 66 injured.
May 13, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 13th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
Discover the personality of May born.
Unlock the Mysteries of May 13, 1972! Claim Your Free Personalized Numerology Report Now
May 13, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 13, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.
Discover the Rat personality and how the Water Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Reveal Your Destiny with a Complimentary Eastern Astrology Reading – Get Yours Now!
Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 13th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for May 13, 1972
May 13, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 13, 1972 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 13, 1972 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on May 13, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 05:33 am and setting at 10:25 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1972.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign for Free Today!
Your place in the Universe on May 13, 1972
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your map!This day in 30 sec.
Who was born on May 13, 1972?
Famous people born on May 13, 1972:
- Stefaan Maene
A dutch swimmer, who had been selected to compete at the atlanta olympics, was forced to forfeit his place due to injury to his right...
- Darryl Sydor
Canadian ice hockey coach and player.
- Pieta van Dishoeck
Dutch rower.
- Josh Heinrich NFL/WLAF defensive end (Detroit Lions
Barcelona dragons).
- Darryl Sydor in Edmonton
Alberta, canada; nhl defenseman (dallas stars).
- Sergio Assisi
- Roberto Valente
- Peter Beadle
- Juan Carlos Socorro
- Giovanni Tedesco
- Pablo García Casado
- María José Molina
Whose famous birthday is on May 13th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 13th:
![Robert Pattinson]()
Robert PattinsonAn actor, model, musician, and producer from england.
![Debby Ryan]()
Debby RyanDebby ryan is an american actress known for her role in the disney channel series 'jessie' and the netflix series 'insatiable'.
![Bea Arthur]()
Bea ArthurBea arthur was a tv actress best known for her roles in the sitcoms 'maude' and 'the golden girls'.
![Stephen Colbert]()
Stephen ColbertAmerican political comedian, writer, comedian and television host.
![Dennis Rodman]()
Dennis RodmanAmerican basketball player, an american athlete.
![Harvey Keitel]()
Harvey KeitelAmerican actor and producer.
![Ritchie Valens]()
Ritchie ValensAfter renting a hall to perform a gig, he was "discovered" and signed with a talent agency.
![Sunny Leone]()
Sunny LeoneCanadian american actress, model, and pornstar.
![Iwan Rheon]()
Iwan RheonWelsh stage/television actor, and welsh singer.
![Joe Louis]()
Joe LouisAmerican heavyweight boxer.
May 13, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 51 years 11 months old,
or 623 months and 15 days old,
or 2711 weeks and 1 day old,
or 18978 days old,
if you were born on May 13, 1972.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 13, 1972?
There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 13th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 13, 1972?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 13, 1972.
May 13, 1972: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 13, 1972:
![Dan Blocker]()
Dan BlockerTexas, united states -- actor (tiny-cimarron city, hoss-bonanza).
- Plinio Farina
- Donald Killeen
- Ernő Vámos
- Marcial Mora
What famous deaths happened on May 13th?
Famous deaths on May 13th:
![Gary Cooper]()
Gary CooperAmerican actor who rose to fame after his appearance in "sergeant york" in 1941.
![Doris Day]()
Doris DayAmerican singer and actress; known worldwide as the world's favorite virgin, on-screen since 1948.
![Margot Kidder]()
Margot KidderMargot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.
![Leatrice Joy]()
Leatrice JoySilent screen star, dies in riverdale (bronx) new york city, new york at age 91.
- Wealthy Astor
Dedicated to promoting the arts and preserving cultural heritage.
- Kathleen Kennedy
Kathleen Kennedy was a member of the famous Kennedy family and served as a socialite and diplomat.
- Amais Mabini
Renowned Filipino painter known for his vibrant landscapes and portraits.
- Malik Ambar
Malik Ambar was a prominent Ethiopian writer known for his literary works during the 16th century.
- Rehman
Renowned Pakistani music composer and director.
- Malik Bendjelloul
Malik Bendjelloul was a Swedish filmmaker who won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature for his film 'Searching for Sugar Man'.
May 13, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 13, 1972:
- Our Lady of Fatima
- Rotuma Day in Fiji.
- World Fair Trade Day (2006).
- Abbotsbury Garland Day, Dorset, England.
- Commemoration of Julian of Norwich (Anglican).
Saints celebrated on May 13, 1972:
- Saint Maria Dominica Mazzarello (died 1881)
- Saint John the Silent
- Saint Gerald of Villamagna
- Saint Robert Bellarmine
- Saint Servatus
- Saint Rolanda
May 13, 1972: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 13, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 8th and May 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 13, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 13, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 13, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 13, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
- Joe Tex - I Gotcha
- The Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
May 13, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 13, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 13, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 13, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
- T Rex - Metal Guru
- David Cassidy - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
- Vicky Leandros - Come What May
- Elton John - Rocket Man
May 13, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on May 13, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 8th and May 14th.
May 13, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on May 13, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 8th and May 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
- Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
- Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
- Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming
- Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
May 13, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 13, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Frenzy
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: Jon Finch, Barry Foster, Barbara Leigh-Hunt, Anna Massey
Country: United States of America
King, Queen, Knave
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Jerzy Skolimowski
Starring: David Niven, Gina Lollobrigida, John Moulder-Brown, Mario Adorf
Revolver
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sergio Sollima
Starring: Agostina Belli, Paola Pitagora, Fabio Testi, Oliver Reed, Sal Borgese, Carla Mancini, Jacques Herlin, Steffen Zacharias, Marco Mariani, Calisto Calisti, Michel Bardinet, Daniel Beretta
Country: Italy
Justine de Sade
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Claude Pierson
Starring: Alice Arno, Yves Arcanel, Michel Bertay, Georges Beauvilliers
Jeremiah Johnson
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Sydney Pollack
Starring: Robert Redford, Will Geer, Delle Bolton, Josh Albee
Country: United States of America
May 13, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 13, 1972 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Love Thy Neighbour
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Andy Smith
Number 96
Release year: 1972
Directed by: Peter Bernardos
May 13, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 13, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
A World Beyond
By: Ruth Montgomery
A shocking message comes from beyond the grave, it is from one of the most respected psychics in the world. It contains the answers to these and many other questions.
The Game Of The Foxes
By: Ladislas Farago
Ladislas Farago was a long-standing student of espionage, and an important figure in U.S. intelligence. Naval Intelligence during World War II tells the entire story of German espionage within the United States and Great Britain, before and after World War …
Bring Me A Unicorn
By: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
The first volume of Lindbergh’s letters and diaries, in which Lindbergh meets her future husband. Introduction by the Author; Index. Photographs.
Tracy And Hepburn
By: Garson Kanin
The classic Hollywood memoir is back and this time with a new introduction by the author. Spence Tracy and Kate Hepburn were the celebrity couple that everyone knew, but few actually knew.
May 13, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on May 13, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Hunt the Wumpus
Pong
Empire
Who was the US President on May 13, 1972?
On May 13, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 13, 1972?
On May 13, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 13, 1972?
On May 13, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about May 13th?
May 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on May 13th, such as:
- 2019 - Gulf of oman incident. iran-united states relations, united arab emirates – iran relations. the united states maritime administration (marad), issues a new alert for all ships passing fujairah off the coast of the united arab emirates. this alert is in response to "acts of sabotage" that have been rising amid increased tensions between iran and the united states.
- 2018 - Terrorism and violence in indonesia: surabaya bombings result in at least 13 deaths and over 40 injuries in a series suicide bombings that took place at three churches in surabaya in indonesia.
- 2017 - Insurgency in balochistan. gunmen open fire upon construction workers at gwadar port, pakistan. at least 10 people were killed. this attack was claimed by the balochistan liberation army.
What happened in 1972?
1972 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos announces over television and radio the implementation of martial law.
- President Marcos ends emergency crisis in Philippines
- Dude opens at Broadway Theater NYC for 16 performances
Do you remember 1972? Enjoy your trip down memory lane with Takemeback.to
What was the calendar for May 1972?
May 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
