Tuesday February 15, 1972: on this day

February 15, 1972 was the 46th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 15, 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 February 15, 1972, who was born and died on February 15, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 15, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Without You by Nilsson), movies (e.g. Piya Ka Ghar, directed by Basu Chatterjee), TV series (e.g. Tightrope) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 15th, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 15, 1972?


February 15, 1972 was a Tuesday and it was the 46th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 15, 1972 can also be written as 2/15/1972 in the US and as 15/2/1972 in UK and Europe.

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February 15, 1972: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 15, 1972:

  • Dimitrios papadopoulos becomes metropolitan of imbros / tenedos
  • Browse newspapers headlines from February 15, 1972
  • President velasco ibarra of ecuador deposed for fourth time.
  • Jose maria velasco ibarra, serving as president of ecuador for the fifth time, is overthrown by the military for the fourth time.
  • Sound recordings are granted u.s. federal copyright protection for the first time.

February 15, 1972: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 15, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 15th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 15, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 15, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 15th, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 15, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 15, 1972 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 15, 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 February 15, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 07:00 am and setting at 07:49 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 30, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Feb 29, 1972.

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Who was born on February 15, 1972?


Famous people born on February 15, 1972:

  • Jaromír Jágr

    Jaromír jágr is a czech ice hockey player known for his long and successful career in the nhl, as well as his impressive scoring ability and...

  • Dajuana Shelton

    Acclaimed poet with a unique style and voice.

  • Morganna Gallaway

    Renowned poet whose works explored themes of love and loss.

  • Daniel Zhang

    CEO of Alibaba Group.

  • Kennard Cox

    Kennard Cox is a politician who has served in various government positions.

  • Anna-Jane Casey

    English actress, singer and dancer.

  • Lance Scott

    Nfl offensive lineman (arizona cardinals).

  • Jaromir Jagr in Kladno

    Czechoslovakia, nhl right wing (pittsburgh penguins czechoslovakia olympics gold-1998).

  • Axelle Ropert
  • Naoko Ogigami
  • Joseph Marie Oughourlian
  • Iva Prandževa
  • Leopoldo Ruiz Moreno
  • Margit Poertner
  • Danelle Umstead
  • Clemens Schick
  • Asle Andersen
  • Stephen Arigbabu
  • Héctor Carabalí

Whose famous birthday is on February 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 15th:

  • Jane Seymour
    Jane Seymour

    English-american actress, producer, and jewelry designer.

  • Chris Farley
    Chris Farley

    American comedian who died after consuming booze, cocaine, and heroin in his chicago condo 12/18/1997.

  • Claire Bloom
    Claire Bloom

    Claire bloom is an english actress known for her work in film, television, and stage, including roles in classics such as the king's speech...

  • Meera Jasmine
    Meera Jasmine

    Meera jasmine is an indian actress known for her work in malayalam, tamil, and telugu films.

  • Milo Djukanovic
    Milo Djukanovic

    Milo djukanovic is a montenegrin politician who has served as the president and prime minister of montenegro.

  • Rachida Brakni
    Rachida Brakni

    French actress of algerian descent.

  • Marisa Berenson
    Marisa Berenson

    American fashion model with a mysterious, but somewhat empty beauty.

  • Harvey Korman
    Harvey Korman

    American comedian and actor, who has performed on tv commercials and stage.

  • Cesar Romero
    Cesar Romero

    Cuban-american actor (joker, batman, falcon crest) dies from complications of bronchitis (born 1907).

  • Sarah Wynter
    Sarah Wynter

    Australian actress.

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February 15, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 52 years 1 month old,

or 625 months and 4 days old,

or 2718 weeks

or 19026 days old,

if you were born on February 15, 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 February 15, 1972?

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 15th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 15, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 15, 1972.

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February 15, 1972: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 15, 1972:

  • Edgar Snow

    American journalist known for his reporting on China and the Communist movement.

  • Jef [Josephus CF]

    Last dutch poet/indonesian politician dies at the age of 73.

What famous deaths happened on February 15th?

Famous deaths on February 15th:

  • Raquel Welch
    Raquel Welch

    American actress with beautiful body (37-22-36), that graced the covers of 92 european magazines and 16 american magazines in 1966.

  • Wally Cox
    Wally Cox

    American comedian and actor.

  • Ethel Merman
    Ethel Merman

    American actress and singer, known as first lady of musical comedy.

  • George Gaynes
    George Gaynes

    Helsinki, finland -- actor (henry punky brewster).

  • Tommy Rettig
    Tommy Rettig

    Actor (lassie), / computer programmer (clipper), died at 54.

  • Christopher Malcolm
    Christopher Malcolm

    Scottish-canadian actor, director, and producer (b. 1946).

  • Richard Feynman

    Richard Feynman was an American physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics.

  • Journe Feynman

    Journe Feynman was an American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.

  • Jozelynn Chen

    Esteemed scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of biotechnology.

  • Brenlynn Chang

    Esteemed scientist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of genetics.

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February 15, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 15, 1972:

  • John Frum Day in Vanuatu [1]
  • Gummy Bear Day in United States
  • National Day in Serbia
  • Lupercalia
  • Candlemas in Russia and other Eastern Orthodox countries
  • Blessed Claude de la ColombiFre
  • Flag Day in Canada

Saints celebrated on February 15, 1972:

  • Saint Siegfried of Sweden
  • Saints Faustin and Jovita
  • Saint Georgia
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February 15, 1972: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 15, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 14th and February 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 15, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 15, 1972 was Without You by Nilsson, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

February 15, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Without You
  2. - Let's Stay Together
  3. - Hurting Each Other
  4. - Precious And Few
  5. - Never Been To Spain

February 15, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 15, 1972 was Son Of My Father by Chicory Tip, according to the music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

February 15, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Son Of My Father
  2. - Telegram Sam
  3. - Have You Seen Her
  4. - American Pie
  5. - Mother Of Mine

February 15, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 15, 1972 was Let's Stay Together by Al Green, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 14th and February 20th.

February 15, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 14th and February 20th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Let's Stay Together
  2. - Fire And Water
  3. - Make Me The Woman That You Go Home To
  4. - Ain't Understanding Mellow
  5. - That's The Way I Feel About Cha

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February 15, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 15, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Piya Ka Ghar

Piya Ka Ghar

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Basu Chatterjee

Starring: Anil Dhawan, Jaya Bhaduri, Asrani, Agha

Revolver

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

Cabaret

Cabaret

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Bob Fosse

Starring: Liza Minnelli, Michael York, Helmut Griem, Joel Grey

Country: United States of America

The Seduction of Mimi

The Seduction of Mimi

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Lina Wertmüller

Starring: Giancarlo Giannini, Mariangela Melato, Turi Ferro, Agostina Belli

Cabaret

Cabaret

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Bob Fosse

February 15, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 15, 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:

Tightrope

Tightrope

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Richard Tuggle

The Hilarious House of Frightenstein

The Hilarious House of Frightenstein

Release year: 1971

Starring: Billy Van, Julius Sumner Miller, Vincent Price, Fishka Rais

Country: Canada

February 15, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 15, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Tracy And Hepburn by Garson Kanin

Tracy And Hepburn

By:

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.

Jennie, Volume Two by Ralph G. Martin

Jennie, Volume Two

By:

Paperback - Nonfiction Volume 2 of the Lady Randolph Churchill's life 1895-1921

The Winds Of War by Herman Wouk

The Winds Of War

By:

The author of Herman Wouk's epic historical fiction of World War II is a masterpiece in historical fiction. His story immerses us into the lives of one family, who finds themselves at the center of the war's chaos.

The Game Of The Foxes by Ladislas Farago

The Game Of The Foxes

By:

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 …

Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee by Dee Brown

Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee

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Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee was immediately recognized as an important and controversial book. Its first publication in 1971.

February 15, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 15, 1972 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hunt the Wumpus

Hunt the Wumpus

Platform: BASIC, TI-99/4A

Genre: Adventure game

Pong

Pong

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports

Publisher: Atari Inc.

Empire

Empire

Platform: PDP 11/45 (1971), HP2000 (1973), HP3000 (1984), DOS, Commodore Amiga, Macintosh, Windows, Linux (2003)

Genre: 4X, wargame

history

Who was the US President on February 15, 1972?

On February 15, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 15, 1972?

On February 15, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 15, 1972?

On February 15, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 15th?

February 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of February. 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 February 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 kaduna state massacre - gunmen killed 66 people in nigeria's kaduna state, with 34 of them being women or children. this attack occurred one day before the election, which was delayed by another week.
  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the united nations, more than 10,000 afghan civilians were wounded or killed in 2017 in war in afghanistan.
  • 2017 - Conflict in north-west pakistan: at least seven people are killed in two bombings in pakistan. five people are killed by a suicide bomber at the mohmand agency tribal administrative headquarters, while two others are injured at peshawar's hospital. jamaat-ul ahrar claimed responsibility for the initial attack.

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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

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What was the calendar for February 1972?

February 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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.

Discover how February 1972 calendar looked like.

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