What happened on Monday May 15, 1972?

Here's what happened on May 15, 1972:

• George Wallace Assassination Attempt In Laurel, Maryland, Arthur Bremer shoots and critically wounds Alabama Governor George Wallace during his presidential campaign, leaving Wallace permanently paralyzed. The shooting occurred at a political rally and dramatically impacted Wallace's political career and the 1972 presidential race.
• Ryukyu Islands Returned to Japan The Ryukyu Islands and Daito Islands are officially returned to Japan after 27 years of U.S. military control, marking a significant moment in post-World War II geopolitical relations between the United States and Japan.
• Fatal Bus Accident in Egypt A tragic bus accident occurs in Minia, Egypt, when a bus plunges into the Nile River, resulting in the deaths of 50 pilgrims. This devastating incident highlights the transportation safety challenges in the region.
• Off-Broadway Theater Performance "Hard Job Being God" opens at Edison Theater in New York City for a limited run of 6 performances, representing a small but notable moment in the city's theatrical landscape.

Events in 1972

May 15, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 15, 1972

Newspapers from May. 15, 1972

May 15, 1972 was a Monday and it was the 136th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1972 can also be written as 5/15/1972 in the US and as 15/5/1972 in UK and Europe.

May 15, 1972 in May 1972 calendar

Famous people born on May 15, 1972:

• David Charvet

  French-American actor known for his roles in popular TV series like Baywatch and Melrose Place.

• Valérie Claisse
• Antonio Lang
• Hiroyuki Takei
• Viola Valli

Famous people born in 1972

Famous people born on May 15th

Famous people died on May 15, 1972:

• Michel Kayoya

Famous people who died in 1972

Famous people who died on May 15th

May 15, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1972 was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

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

May 15, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 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 15th and May 21st.

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 15, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1972 was I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers, according to the music chart for the week May 15th and May 21st.

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

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 15, 1972 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 15, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 07:31 am and setting at 11:24 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 15, 1972

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Someone born on May 15, 1972 is:

52 years 11 months old,

or 635 months and 11 days old,

or 2762 weeks and 5 days old,

or 19339 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1972?

There are 19 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday May 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 15, 1972.

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