What happened on Sunday September 03, 1972?

Here's what happened on September 03, 1972:

• Munich Olympics Highlights The 1972 Munich Olympics featured remarkable athletic achievements: Finnish runner Lasse Virén won the 10,000m with a world record time of 27:38.35, John Akii-Bua of Uganda set a world record in the 400m hurdles with 47.82 seconds, and American swimmer Mark Spitz dominated the freestyle events, winning multiple gold medals and setting world records.
• Khmer Republic National Assembly Elections Elections were held for the Khmer Republic's National Assembly, with 126 members to be elected. This democratic process was significant in the political landscape of Cambodia during the early 1970s.
• Northwestern Kashmir Earthquake A devastating magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Northwestern Kashmir, resulting in over 100 fatalities and destroying more than 1,000 homes. The seismic event caused significant destruction and loss of life in the region.
• McKinley Park Hotel Fire A significant fire broke out at the McKinley Park Hotel, completely destroying the 84-room main section and causing extensive smoke and water damage to a 48-room wing addition. The incident resulted in substantial property loss.

Events in 1972

September 03, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 03, 1972

Newspapers from Sep. 03, 1972

September 03, 1972 was a Sunday and it was the 247th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 03, 1972 can also be written as 9/3/1972 in the US and as 3/9/1972 in UK and Europe.

September 03, 1972 in September 1972 calendar

Famous people born on September 03, 1972:

• Natalia Estrada

  Popular Spanish actress, model, and television presenter known for her work in entertainment media during the 1990s and early 2000s.

• Martin Straka

  Professional ice hockey player from Czech Republic who played in the NHL for teams like Florida Panthers, known for his forward position.

• Kolkata (India)
• Jonathan Hickman

Famous people born in 1972

Famous people born on September 3rd

Famous people died on September 03, 1972:

• Luigi Saccenti

Famous people who died in 1972

Famous people who died on September 3rd

September 03, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 03, 1972 was Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
2. The Hollies - Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)
3. Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
4. Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)
5. Argent - Hold Your Head Up

September 03, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 03, 1972 was Mama Weer All Crazee Now by Slade, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Slade - Mama Weer All Crazee Now
2. Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well
3. Faron Young - It's Four In The Morning
4. David Cassidy - How Can I Be Sure
5. Mott The Hoople - All The Young Dudes

September 03, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 03, 1972 was Power Of Love by Joe Simon, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Joe Simon - Power Of Love
2. The O'Jays - Back Stabbers
3. Al Green - I'm Still In Love With You
4. The Isley Brothers - Pop That Thang
5. Jackson 5 - Lookin' Through The Windows

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 3rd is Virgo.

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Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 03, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 03, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 03, 1972 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 03, 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 September 03, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 8% full, rising at 01:48 am and setting at 05:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 24, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Sep 23, 1972.

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Your place in the Universe on September 03, 1972

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Someone born on September 03, 1972 is:

52 years 7 months old,

or 631 months and 20 days old,

or 2746 weeks and 3 days old,

or 19225 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 03, 1972?

There are 133 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 3rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 03, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 03, 1972.

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