What happened on Wednesday October 17, 1973?

Here's what happened on October 17, 1973:

• OPEC Oil Embargo Begins Arab oil producers cut oil production and impose a comprehensive embargo against countries perceived as supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War. The targeted countries include the United States, the Netherlands, Rhodesia, South Africa, and Portugal. This strategic move triggers the 1973 energy crisis, causing significant global economic disruption and highlighting the geopolitical power of oil-producing nations.
• The Saturday Night Massacre U.S. President Richard Nixon orders Attorney General Elliot Richardson to dismiss Watergate Special Prosecutor Archibald Cox. Richardson refuses and resigns, along with Deputy Attorney General William Ruckelshaus. Solicitor General Robert Bork, third in line at the Department of Justice, then fires Cox. The event raises significant calls for Nixon's impeachment and represents a critical moment in the Watergate scandal.
• Sydney Opera House Opening Queen Elizabeth II officially opens the Sydney Opera House after 14 years of complex construction, marking a significant milestone in Australian architectural and cultural history. The iconic building, designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, becomes a global symbol of modern architectural innovation.

Events in 1973

October 17, 1973: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 17, 1973

Newspapers from Oct. 17, 1973

October 17, 1973 was a Wednesday and it was the 290th day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 17, 1973 can also be written as 10/17/1973 in the US and as 17/10/1973 in UK and Europe.

October 17, 1973 in October 1973 calendar

Famous people born on October 17, 1973:

• Bruce Toussaint

  Prominent French journalist and television/radio host known for his significant media presence in France.

Famous people born in 1973

Famous people born on October 17th

Famous people died on October 17, 1973:

• Ingeborg Bachmann

  Renowned Austrian poet and philosopher who made significant contributions to post-war literature.

• Edoardo Orabona

Famous people who died in 1973

Famous people who died on October 17th

October 17, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 1973 was Angie by The Rolling Stones, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. The Rolling Stones - Angie
2. Cher - Half-Breed
3. The Allman Brothers Band - Ramblin Man
4. Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On
5. Gladys Knight and the Pips - Midnight Train To Georgia

October 17, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 1973 was Eye Level by Simon Park Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. Simon Park Orchestra - Eye Level
2. David Cassidy - Daydreamer / Puppy Song
3. Slade - My Friend Stan
4. The Sweet - Ballroom Blitz
5. Ike & Tina Turner - Nutbush City Limits

October 17, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 17, 1973 was Midnight Train To Georgia by Gladys Knight And The Pips, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Midnight Train To Georgia
2. Jackson 5 - Get It Together
3. Millie Jackson - Hurts So Good
4. Eddie Kendricks - Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)
5. The Temptations - Hey Girl (I Like Your Style)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 17, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 17, 1973 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 1973 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 October 17, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 09:41 pm and setting at 01:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 12, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Nov 10, 1973.

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Your place in the Universe on October 17, 1973

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Someone born on October 17, 1973 is:

51 years 6 months old,

or 618 months and 6 days old,

or 2688 weeks

or 18816 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 17, 1973?

There are 177 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday October 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 17, 1973.

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