What happened on Saturday May 06, 1972?

Here's what happened on May 06, 1972:

• Execution of Turkish Political Activists Deniz Gezmiş, Yusuf Aslan, and Hüseyin İnan were executed in Ankara after being convicted of attempting to overthrow the constitutional order. These political activists were prominent left-wing revolutionaries who challenged the military regime in Turkey during a period of significant political tension.
• 24th Annual Emmy Awards The 24th Annual Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles, California, with legendary comedian Johnny Carson serving as the host. This prestigious television awards ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements in the television industry.
• 98th Kentucky Derby Ron Turcotte rode Riva Ridge to victory in the 98th Kentucky Derby, completing the race in an impressive time of 2:01.8. This significant horse racing event showcased Turcotte's skill and Riva Ridge's racing prowess.

Events in 1972

May 06, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 06, 1972

Newspapers from May. 06, 1972

May 06, 1972 was a Saturday and it was the 127th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 06, 1972 can also be written as 5/6/1972 in the US and as 6/5/1972 in UK and Europe.

May 06, 1972 in May 1972 calendar

Famous people born on May 06, 1972:

• Martin Brodeur

  Legendary NHL goaltender who played for the New Jersey Devils, holding numerous records including most wins and shutouts in NHL history.

• Sébastien Amiez

  French alpine skier who specialized in slalom and giant slalom events, achieving significant success in international competitions.

• Pablo Abdala
• I Komang Putra Adnyana
• Chris Angel
• Carlo Battel
• Luca Eliani
• Cristiano Fazzi
• Lorenzo Frizzera
• Aleksandar Janković
• Óli Johannesen
• Manuel Marcuz
• Matjaž Vrhovnik
• Catherine Bertone
• Stefano Palmieri
• Dan Petersen
• Naoko Takahashi
• José Marcelo Januário de Araújo

Famous people born in 1972

Famous people born on May 6th

Famous people died on May 06, 1972:

• Pasquale Marconi

Famous people who died in 1972

Famous people who died on May 6th

May 06, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 06, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

1. Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
2. Joe Tex - I Gotcha
3. The Stylistics - Betcha By Golly, Wow
4. Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin
5. Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming

May 06, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 06, 1972 was Amazing Grace by Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard, according to the music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

1. Pipes & Drums & The Military Band Of The Royal Scots Dragoon Guard - Amazing Grace
2. T Rex - Metal Guru
3. David Cassidy - Could It Be Forever / Cherish
4. Vicky Leandros - Come What May
5. Elton John - Rocket Man

May 06, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 06, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the music chart for the week May 1st and May 7th.

1. The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
2. Al Green - Look What You Done For Me
3. Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
4. Aretha Franklin - Day Dreaming
5. Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 6th is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 06, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 06, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 06, 1972 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 06, 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 May 06, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 37% full, rising at 01:54 am and setting at 01:38 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on May 28, 1972.

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Your place in the Universe on May 06, 1972

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Someone born on May 06, 1972 is:

52 years 11 months old,

or 635 months and 27 days old,

or 2765 weeks

or 19355 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 06, 1972?

There are 3 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 6th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 06, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 06, 1972.

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