What happened on Saturday August 05, 1972?

Here's what happened on August 05, 1972:

• Uganda's Mass Expulsion of Asian Residents Ugandan President Idi Amin orders the expulsion of approximately 80,000 Asian residents from Uganda, a controversial and racially motivated policy that would dramatically alter the country's demographic and economic landscape.
• Moody Blues Release Iconic Song The Moody Blues release their legendary song 'Nights in White Satin', a landmark track in progressive rock music that would become one of the band's most recognized and enduring compositions.
• Ed Brinkman's Defensive Record Ends Detroit Tigers shortstop Ed Brinkman's remarkable defensive streak comes to an end after 72 consecutive games and 331 total chances without committing an error, highlighting his exceptional fielding skills.

Events in 1972

August 05, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 05, 1972

Newspapers from Aug. 05, 1972

August 05, 1972 was a Saturday and it was the 218th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 05, 1972 can also be written as 8/5/1972 in the US and as 5/8/1972 in UK and Europe.

August 05, 1972 in August 1972 calendar

Famous people born on August 05, 1972:

• J-Ax

  Italian rapper and music artist known for his influential work in the hip-hop scene.

• Christian Olde Wolbers

  Belgian-American guitarist, songwriter, and music producer known for his work with Fear Factory.

• Darren Shahlavi

  English-American actor and martial artist known for his work in action films, who passed away in 2015.

Famous people born in 1972

Famous people born on August 5th

Famous people died on August 05, 1972:

• Walter How
• Mezz Mezzrow

Famous people who died in 1972

Famous people who died on August 5th

August 05, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1972 was Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O'Sullivan, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Gilbert O'Sullivan - Alone Again (Naturally)
2. Looking Glass - Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)
3. Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
4. Wayne Newton - Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast
5. Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose - Too Late To Turn Back Now

August 05, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1972 was School's Out by Alice Cooper, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Alice Cooper - School's Out
2. Terry Dactyl & The Dinosaurs - Seaside Shuffle
3. Donny Osmond - Puppy Love
4. Hawkwind - Silver Machine
5. Rod Stewart - You Wear It Well

August 05, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1972 was Where Is The Love by Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - Where Is The Love
2. Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
3. Laura Lee - Rip Off
4. Detroit Emeralds - Baby Let Me Take You (In My Arms)
5. Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose - Too Late To Turn Back Now

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.

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

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August 05, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 05, 1972 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 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 August 05, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 01:42 am and setting at 06:28 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1972.

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Your place in the Universe on August 05, 1972

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Someone born on August 05, 1972 is:

52 years 9 months old,

or 633 months and 9 days old,

or 2753 weeks and 4 days old,

or 19275 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 1972?

There are 83 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday August 5th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 05, 1972.

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