Wednesday November 15, 1972: on this day

November 15, 1972 was the 320th day of the year 1972, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is November 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 November 15, 1972, who was born and died on November 15, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on November 15, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Can See Clearly Now by Johnny Nash), movies (e.g. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, directed by William Sterling), TV series (e.g. Double Identity) books and videogames back then.

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

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What day of the week was November 15, 1972?


November 15, 1972 was a Wednesday and it was the 320th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 15, 1972 can also be written as 11/15/1972 in the US and as 15/11/1972 in UK and Europe.

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November 15, 1972: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 15, 1972:

  • Circle-in the-square theater opens at 1633 broadway, new york city
  • Small astronomy satellite explorer 48 is launched to study gamma rays.
  • White sox dick allen wins al mvp

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


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 15th is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 15, 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.

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

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


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The moon phase on November 15, 1972 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 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 November 15, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 01:15 pm and setting at 01:27 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 22, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Nov 20, 1972.

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Who was born on November 15, 1972?


Famous people born on November 15, 1972:

  • Jonny Lee Miller
    Jonny Lee Miller

    Jonny lee miller is an english actor known for his roles in trainspotting and elementary.

  • Liyla Wang

    Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist specializing in political exposés.

  • Krrish Singh

    Celebrated playwright known for his thought-provoking dramas.

  • Iniko Jones

    Celebrated for his impactful and socially relevant plays.

  • Jaysie Chen

    Popular television news anchor known for her insightful interviews.

  • Tanekia Williams

    Award-winning playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking plays.

  • Chamika Ratnayake

    Esteemed physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Tannie Huang

    Pioneered new methods in protecting digital assets.

  • Nachmen Levin

    Esteemed cybersecurity expert renowned for protecting sensitive data.

  • Neesa Singh

    Prominent physicist recognized for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Weiland Chen

    Renowned cybersecurity expert with expertise in threat detection and prevention.

  • Elener Chen

    Leading cybersecurity expert with expertise in threat detection and prevention.

  • Latysha Chavez

    American politician known for advocating for social justice.

  • Gabrielle Bernstein

    Gabrielle Bernstein is a New York Times bestselling author and motivational speaker who has built a successful career as an entrepreneur in...

  • Merric Chambers

    Merric Chambers is a popular columnist known for her insightful and thought-provoking commentary on social and political issues.

  • Matis Two

    Former Prime Minister known for economic reforms.

  • Emily Orton

    Emily Orton is an American astronomer who specializes in the study of exoplanets.

  • Shivonne Malik

    Acclaimed playwright known for her thought-provoking and socially relevant works.

  • Felis Chen

    Investigative reporter known for breaking major stories on environmental issues.

  • Shakedra Jones

    Award-winning playwright known for her thought-provoking dramas.

Whose famous birthday is on November 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on November 15th:

  • Petula Clark
    Petula Clark

    Petula Clark is a British singer, actress, and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1960s with hits like 'Downtown' and 'I Know a Place'.

  • Shailene Woodley
    Shailene Woodley

    Shailene woodley is an american actress known for her roles in the divergent series and the fault in our stars.

  • Virginie Ledoyen
    Virginie Ledoyen

    She is a french actress of spanish heritage.

  • Gaby Espino
    Gaby Espino

    Gaby espino is a venezuelan actress and model known for her roles in telenovelas and her work in the entertainment industry.

  • Edward Asner
    Edward Asner

    Edward asner is an american actor known for his role as lou grant in the mary tyler moore show and its spin-off series.

  • Sam Waterston
    Sam Waterston

    American actor on stage, tv, and film.

  • François Ozon
    François Ozon

    French screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Gloria Foster
    Gloria Foster

    American actress (d. 2001).

  • Bob Gunton
    Bob Gunton

    American actor.

  • Roger Donaldson
    Roger Donaldson

    Screenwriter and producer of australian-new zealand directors.

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


You are 51 years 5 months old,

or 617 months and 11 days old,

or 2684 weeks and 2 days old,

or 18790 days old,

if you were born on November 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 November 15, 1972?

There are 203 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday November 15th 2024.

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

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

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


Famous people died on November 15, 1972:

  • Daisy Ashford

    Daisy Ashford was a British novelist best known for her novel 'The Young Visiters', which she wrote at the age of nine.

  • William Ross Ashby
  • Henri Schouteden

What famous deaths happened on November 15th?

Famous deaths on November 15th:

  • Tyrone Power
    Tyrone Power

    American actor of third generation.

  • Saeed Jaffrey
    Saeed Jaffrey

    Actor in indian-english (d. 2015).

  • Enid Markey
    Enid Markey

    Actress (foolish mothers civilization), dies in 85.

  • John Le Mesurier
    John Le Mesurier

    An english actor best known for his role as sergeant arthur wilson, a comedy character on bbc's dad's army (1968aeur'77).

  • Mona Washbourne
    Mona Washbourne

    Actress (blue bird and games), dies aged 84.

  • Lillieanna Chang

    Pioneering researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for groundbreaking discoveries.

  • Stokely Carmichael

    Prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement and author of influential works on race and activism.

  • Margaret Mead

    An American cultural anthropologist who was a frequently featured writer and speaker in the mass media throughout the 20th century.

  • Prosperity Smith

    Renowned economist who contributed to theories on economic growth and development.

  • Delawrence White

    Key figure in the civil rights movement advocating for equality and justice.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on November 15th

holidays

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


Holidays on November 15, 1972:

  • Austria - Saint Leopold's day -- no school in Vienna, Lower Austria and Upper Austria
  • USA - America Recycles Day
  • Roman festivals - Festival in honor of Feronia (others say 13 November)
  • Brazil - Republic Proclamation Day (1889)
  • R.C. Saints - Albert the Great
  • Palestine - Independence Day (declared 1988)
  • Eastern Orthodoxy - Feast of Saint Philip the Apostle and the beginning of Winter Lent; also see November 15 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Norway - The official skolebrád-day on Sunnland skole
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November 15, 1972: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on November 15, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week November 13th and November 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


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

The number 1 song in the USA on November 15, 1972 was I Can See Clearly Now by Johnny Nash, according to the music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

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

The music chart in the USA on November 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Can See Clearly Now
  2. - I'd Love You To Want Me
  3. - I'll Be Around
  4. - I Am Woman
  5. - Nights In White Satin

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

The number 1 song in the UK on November 15, 1972 was Clair by Gilbert O'Sullivan, according to the music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

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

The music chart in the UK on November 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Clair
  2. - My Ding-A-Ling
  3. - Mouldy Old Dough
  4. - Leader Of The Pack
  5. - Crazy Horses

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

The number 1 R&B song on November 15, 1972 was If You Don't Know Me By Now by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes, according to the R&B music chart for the week November 13th and November 19th.

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

The R&B music chart on November 15, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week November 13th and November 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - If You Don't Know Me By Now
  2. - I'll Be Around
  3. - One Life To Live
  4. - Man Sized Job
  5. - I'm Stone In Love With You

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

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

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Release year: 1972

Directed by: William Sterling

Starring: Fiona Fullerton, Michael Jayston, Hywel Bennett, Michael Crawford

Country: United States of America

They Only Kill Their Masters

They Only Kill Their Masters

Release year: 1972

Directed by: James Goldstone

Starring: James Garner, Katharine Ross, Hal Holbrook, Harry Guardino

Lady Caroline Lamb

Lady Caroline Lamb

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Robert Bolt

Starring: Sarah Miles, Jon Finch, Richard Chamberlain, John Mills

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

Ulzana's Raid

Ulzana's Raid

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Bruce Davison, Jorge Luke, Richard Jaeckel

Country: United States of America

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

The most popular TV Series on November 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:

Double Identity

Double Identity

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dennis Dimster

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Die lieben Mitmenschen

Release year: 1972

Dead of Night

Dead of Night

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Eine Frau bleibt eine Frau

Release year: 1972

M*A*S*H

M*A*S*H

Release year: 1972

Written by:

Starring: Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Jamie Farr, William Christopher

Country: United States of America

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

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

Captains And The Kings by Taylor Caldwell

Captains And The Kings

By:

Joseph Armagh was twelve years old when he first visited America in the early 1850s. He was an Irish immigrant from Ireland.

Fire In The Lake by Frances Fitzgerald

Fire In The Lake

By:

Frances FitzGerald's research and travels led to this landmark book. It takes us into Vietnam, through the traditional, anti-Communist villages and corrupted cities.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

By:

The new complete edition of a timeless classic that includes the never-before-published Part Four and Last Words by Richard Bach.This is the story for people who follow their hearts and make their own rules...people who get special pleasure out of …

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 Peter Prescription by Laurence J. Peter

The Peter Prescription

By:

Dr. Peter combines wisdom and wit to discuss the importance of individuals realizing their potential to find happiness in their lives.

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

The most popular videogames on November 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 November 15, 1972?

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

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

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

Who was the Pope on November 15, 1972?

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

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What is special about November 15th?

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

  • 2018 - Conflict in kivu: seven monusco peacekeepers died in clashes yesterday with militia in beni (north kivu, democratic republic of the congo).
  • 2017 - Works of leonardo da vinci: salvator mundi is sold by christie's new york city for us$450.3 million, setting a new record in the sale of original art.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: four to 20 people have been killed in airstrikes by the government and russia that struck rebel-held areas, five hospitals and an aleppo mobile clinic, according to elizabeth trudeau, spokeswoman for the u.s. state department. russia and syria deny that aleppo was targeted.

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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 November 1972?

November 1972 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with November being the 11th 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 November 1972 calendar looked like.

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