Tuesday February 22, 1972: on this day

February 22, 1972 was the 53rd day of the year 1972, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 22, 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 22, 1972, who was born and died on February 22, 1972, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 22, 1972, which were the most popular songs (ex. Without You by Nilsson), movies (e.g. Brother Sun, Sister Moon, directed by Franco Zeffirelli), TV series (e.g. Tightrope) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 22nd, 1972 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 22, 1972?


February 22, 1972 was a Tuesday and it was the 53rd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 1972 can also be written as 2/22/1972 in the US and as 22/2/1972 in UK and Europe.

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February 22, 1972: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 22, 1972:

  • Khalifa bin hamad al thani becomes amir and prime minister of qatar.
  • Us president richard nixon meets with chinese premier chou en-lai in beijing.
  • The official irish republican army detonates a car bomb at aldershot barracks, killing seven and injuring nineteen others.

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February 22, 1972: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces 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 22, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on February 22nd, 1972 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 22, 1972: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 22, 1972 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 22, 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 22, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 67% full, rising at 11:01 am and setting at 03:03 am.

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 22, 1972?


Famous people born on February 22, 1972:

  • Rolando Villazón

    Rolando villazón is a mexican operatic tenor known for his passionate performances and charismatic stage presence.

  • Michael Chang

    Chinese-american at 17 years old, he was the youngest man to win the french open.

  • Laurence Leboucher

    French professional cross-country mountain biker and cyclocross racer.

  • Ben Sasse

    Ben Sasse is a United States Senator from Nebraska known for his conservative views and academic background.

  • Claudia Pechstein

    Claudia Pechstein is a German speed skater known for winning multiple Olympic medals.

  • Haim Revivo

    Israeli footballer.

  • Christin Didier

    Miss montana-usa (1997).

  • Vincenzo Bocciarelli

    Italian actor in film, theatre and television.

  • Michael Chang in Hoboken

    New jersey, usa; tennis star (1989 french open).

  • Oh! great
  • Walter Rolfo
  • Markus Rühl
  • Mvula Sungani
  • Wolfgang Wienand
  • Massimo Zucchelli

Whose famous birthday is on February 22nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 22nd:

  • Drew Barrymore
    Drew Barrymore

    American actress, noted family.

  • Steve Irwin
    Steve Irwin

    He is an australian environmentalist and television personality.

  • Kyle MacLachlan
    Kyle MacLachlan

    American actor best known for his portrayal of a small-town innocent in 1986's "blue velvet.

  • Thomas Jane
    Thomas Jane

    American producer and director of actor.

  • Giulietta Masina
    Giulietta Masina

    Italian actress, who performed with such passion and depth that she could imbue everyday life with a touch of the absurd.

  • Julie Walters
    Julie Walters

    British actress who received critical acclaim for her performance as "educating rita", winning a tony award for stage performance.

  • Bruce Forsyth
    Bruce Forsyth

    London, england -- comedian/tv host (generation game).

  • Jonathan Demme
    Jonathan Demme

    American screenwriter and producer of director films.

  • Sheila Hancock
    Sheila Hancock

    English actress and author.

  • Ellen Greene
    Ellen Greene

    American actress and singer.

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February 22, 1972: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 52 years 1 month old,

or 625 months and 29 days old,

or 2721 weeks and 4 days old,

or 19051 days old,

if you were born on February 22, 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 22, 1972?

There are 309 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 22nd 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 22, 1972.

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February 22, 1972: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 22, 1972:

  • Paul Grüninger
  • Karel Skoupý
  • Fritz Amundsen
  • Eric Johansson

What famous deaths happened on February 22nd?

Famous deaths on February 22nd:

  • Simone Simon
    Simone Simon

    Famed french actress, best known for marc allegret’s "lac aux dames.

  • Ed Flanders
    Ed Flanders

    Actor (dr westphall st elsewhere), commits suicide when he is 60.

  • Morgan Woodward
    Morgan Woodward

    American actor (b. 1925).

  • Edith Barrett
    Edith Barrett

    Actress (molly & me ghost ship), dies aged 64.

  • Efrem Zimbalist
    Efrem Zimbalist

    Russian-american violinist composer, conductor.

  • Joan Woodbury
    Joan Woodbury

    Actress (super sleuth, northwest trail).

  • Beyla Warhol

    Beyla Warhol was an American visual artist, film director, and producer who was a leading figure in the visual art movement known as pop...

  • Andy Warhol

    A leading figure in the Pop Art movement, known for his iconic silkscreen paintings of celebrities and consumer products.

  • Javel Warhol

    American artist and a leading figure in the Pop Art movement.

  • Charles Lyell

    Charles Lyell was a Scottish geologist who is best known as the author of the famous book 'Principles of Geology', which presented the...

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February 22, 1972: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 22, 1972:

  • Blessed Saint Isabel of France (+1270)
  • United States - Washington's Birthday (traditionally).
  • Ash Wednesday in 2023.
  • The Scouting movement celebrates this day as "B.-P. day" or "Founder's Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts celebrates this day as "Thinking Day" as it is the shared birthday of the Scouts' founder Sir Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife, Lady Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter.

Saints celebrated on February 22, 1972:

  • Saint Lucia - independence (1979).
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February 22, 1972: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 22, 1972 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 21st and February 27th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 22, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 1972 was Without You by Nilsson, according to the music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

February 22, 1972: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 21st and February 27th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Without You
  2. - Hurting Each Other
  3. - Precious And Few
  4. - Let's Stay Together
  5. - Down By The Lazy River

February 22, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 22, 1972 was Son Of My Father by Chicory Tip, according to the music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

February 22, 1972: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 21st and February 27th. 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 22, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 1972 was Let's Stay Together by Al Green, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 21st and February 27th.

February 22, 1972: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 22, 1972 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 21st and February 27th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Let's Stay Together
  2. - Fire And Water
  3. - Ain't Understanding Mellow
  4. - That's The Way I Feel About Cha
  5. - You Want It, You Got It

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February 22, 1972: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 22, 1972 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Brother Sun, Sister Moon

Brother Sun, Sister Moon

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli

Starring: Graham Faulkner, Judi Bowker, Leigh Lawson, Kenneth Cranham

Dastaan

Dastaan

Release year: 1972

Directed by: B.R. Chopra

Starring: Dilip Kumar, Sharmila Tagore, Prem Chopra, Bindu

Journey Through Rosebud

Journey Through Rosebud

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Tom Gries

Starring: Robert Forster, Kristoffer Tabori, Victoria Racimo, Eddie Little Sky

Antony and Cleopatra

Antony and Cleopatra

Release year: 1972

Directed by: Charlton Heston

Starring: Charlton Heston, Hildegard Neil, Eric Porter, John Castle

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

February 22, 1972: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 22, 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

The Magic Garden

The Magic Garden

Release year: 1972

Starring: Cary Antebi, Carole Demas, Paula Janis

Country: United States of America

February 22, 1972: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 22, 1972 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Honor Thy Father by Gay Talese

Honor Thy Father

By:

The classic masterpiece is now updated

Our Gang by Philip Roth

Our Gang

By:

Our Gang, Philip Roth's indignant and ferocious response to Richard M., is a political satire in great tradition.

Message From Malaga by Helen MacInnes

Message From Malaga

By:

"The delay in Malaga's delivery of the message could have been catastrophic. It was an irreparable loss, an agent had died. "Under

The Day Of The Jackal by Frederick Forsyth

The Day Of The Jackal

By:

THE CLASSIC THRILLER FROM #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR FREDERICK FOSTER"The Day of the Jackal makes comparable books like The Manchurian Candidate or The Spy Who Came in From the Cold look like Hardy Boy mysteries The

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 …

February 22, 1972: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 22, 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 22, 1972?

On February 22, 1972 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 22, 1972?

On February 22, 1972 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 22, 1972?

On February 22, 1972 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 22nd?

February 22nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 22nd 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 22nd, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 venezuelan presidential crisis: venezuelan national guard troops open fire on indigenous pemon protestors who tried to block a military convoy headed to brazil-venezuela border. at least two people were killed and 14 more were injured.
  • 2018 - Police in montenegro have identified the attacker of a grenade attack against the u.s. embassy in podgorica yesterday. he was an ex-military veteran of the armed forces of yugoslavia, according to authorities.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war, raqqa offensive: u.s.-backed sdf troops on two fronts meet northeast of raqqa to encircle a small group of villages held by isis.

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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.

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