What happened on Sunday June 11, 1972?

Here's what happened on June 11, 1972:

• U.S. Bombing of Haiphong During the Vietnam War, the United States conducted a significant bombing raid on Haiphong, North Vietnam, resulting in thousands of casualties. This military action was part of the escalating conflict in Southeast Asia.
• Rapid City Flood Disaster A catastrophic flood in Rapid City, South Dakota, triggered by an unprecedented 14 inches of rain in just 6 hours, which caused a dam to burst. The disaster resulted in 237 deaths, making it one of the deadliest flash floods in U.S. history.
• Northern Ireland Paramilitary Conflict A violent gun battle erupted between Loyalist and Republican paramilitary groups in Northern Ireland, further escalating the tensions of the ongoing Troubles.
• Eltham Well Hall Rail Crash A tragic rail accident in the United Kingdom caused by an intoxicated train driver, resulting in six fatalities and 126 injuries. The incident highlighted serious safety concerns in railway operations and the dangers of impaired personnel.
• Gold Price Milestone Gold reached a record price of $60 per ounce in London, signaling significant economic shifts and potential global financial instability during the early 1970s.
• Deep Throat Film Debut The infamous pornographic film 'Deep Throat' made its debut at the World Theatre in Manhattan, becoming a significant cultural phenomenon that challenged societal norms around sexuality and media.
• LPGA Championship Kathy Ahern wins the 18th LPGA Championship, marking a notable moment in women's professional golf.
• KPAT-AM Radio Station Return KPAT-AM radio station in Berkeley, California, returns from KRE, signaling a minor local media transition.

Events in 1972

June 11, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 11, 1972

Newspapers from Jun. 11, 1972

June 11, 1972 was a Sunday and it was the 163rd day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 11, 1972 can also be written as 6/11/1972 in the US and as 11/6/1972 in UK and Europe.

June 11, 1972 in June 1972 calendar

June 11, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 11, 1972 was The Candy Man by Sammy Davis Jr., according to the music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.

1. Sammy Davis Jr. - The Candy Man
2. The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
3. The Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
4. Neil Diamond - Song Sung Blue
5. Dr. Hook - Sylvia's Mother

June 11, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 11, 1972 was Vincent by Don McLean, according to the music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.

1. Don McLean - Vincent
2. T Rex - Metal Guru
3. Slade - Take Me Bak 'Ome
4. The Drifters - At The Club / Saturday Night At The Movies
5. Michael Jackson - Rockin' Robin

June 11, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 11, 1972 was Oh Girl by Chi-Lites, according to the music chart for the week June 5th and June 11th.

1. Chi-Lites - Oh Girl
2. (The Preacher) Bobby Womack - Woman's Gotta Have It
3. The Staple Singers - I'll Take You There
4. James Brown - There It Is (Part 1)
5. Bill Withers - Lean On Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 11th is Gemini.

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

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June 11, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 11, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 11, 1972 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 11, 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 June 11, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:09 am and setting at 10:00 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 28, 1972 while the next full moon would come on Jun 26, 1972.

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Your place in the Universe on June 11, 1972

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Someone born on June 11, 1972 is:

52 years 10 months old,

or 634 months and 22 days old,

or 2759 weeks and 6 days old,

or 19319 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 11, 1972?

There are 39 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 11th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 11, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 11, 1972.

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