What happened on Monday July 17, 1972?

Here's what happened on July 17, 1972:

• Simla Agreement: India-Pakistan Peace Accord On July 17, 1972, Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Pakistani President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto signed the landmark Simla Agreement. This diplomatic breakthrough committed both nations to peaceful conflict resolution, facilitated the release of prisoners of war, and established a framework for military disengagement along their 460-mile border, significantly reducing tensions following the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War.
• First Women Agents Join FBI Training Program On July 17, 1972, the first two women began their training as special agents at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, marking a significant milestone in gender diversity within federal law enforcement. This historic moment represented a breakthrough for women's professional opportunities in a traditionally male-dominated field.
• USS Warrington Suffers Critical Damage On July 17, 1972, the USS Warrington, an American destroyer, sustained severe damage from two underwater explosions in the Gulf of Tonkin. The incident rendered the vessel beyond repair, highlighting the ongoing maritime risks during the Vietnam War era.

Events in 1972

July 17, 1972: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 17, 1972

Newspapers from Jul. 17, 1972

July 17, 1972 was a Monday and it was the 199th day of the year 1972 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 17, 1972 can also be written as 7/17/1972 in the US and as 17/7/1972 in UK and Europe.

July 17, 1972 in July 1972 calendar

Famous people born on July 17, 1972:

• Jaap Stam

  Famous Dutch footballer who played for Manchester United, Ajax, and the Netherlands national team, known for his strong defensive skills.

• Donny Marshall

  American basketball player and sports commentator who played professionally and later transitioned to broadcasting.

• Bill Sage
• Michelle Ingkavet

Famous people born in 1972

Famous people born on July 17th

Famous people died on July 17, 1972:

• Oscar Engelstad

Famous people who died in 1972

Famous people who died on July 17th

July 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 17, 1972 was Lean On Me by Bill Withers, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

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

July 17, 1972: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 17, 1972 was Puppy Love by Donny Osmond, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. Donny Osmond - Puppy Love
2. Gary Glitter - Rock And Roll Parts 1 And 2
3. Slade - Take Me Bak 'Ome
4. Dr Hook & The Medicine Show - Sylvia's Mother
5. The Sweet - Little Willy

July 17, 1972: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 17, 1972 was (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right by Luther Ingram, according to the music chart for the week July 17th and July 23rd.

1. Luther Ingram - (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right
2. Michael Jackson - I Wanna Be Where You Are
3. Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - Where Is The Love
4. Laura Lee - Rip Off
5. Bill Withers - Lean On Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 17th is Cancer.

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

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July 17, 1972: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 17, 1972 is Rat and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 17, 1972 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 17, 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 July 17, 1972 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 48% full, rising at 12:55 pm and setting at 11:41 pm.

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

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Someone born on July 17, 1972 is:

52 years 9 months old,

or 633 months and 27 days old,

or 2756 weeks and 2 days old,

or 19294 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 17, 1972?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 17, 1972?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 17, 1972.

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