What happened on Thursday February 22, 1973?

Here's what happened on February 22, 1973:

• US-China Diplomatic Breakthrough Following President Richard Nixon's historic visit to China, the United States and the People's Republic of China agreed to establish diplomatic liaison offices in Beijing and Washington D.C. This marked a crucial moment in Cold War diplomacy and international relations, signaling a significant thaw in Sino-American relations.
• Libyan Civilian Aircraft Shot Down by Israeli Fighter Planes On February 22, 1973, Israeli fighter planes shot down a Libyan Arab Airlines Boeing 727, resulting in the tragic loss of 108 lives. This incident was a significant and controversial event during the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
• Kate Sage: Australian Olympic Field Hockey Player Kate Sage was an Australian field hockey forward who represented her country in the 1996 Olympic Games, contributing to Australia's sporting legacy in international field hockey.

Events in 1973

February 22, 1973: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 22, 1973

Newspapers from Feb. 22, 1973

February 22, 1973 was a Thursday and it was the 53rd day of the year 1973 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 22, 1973 can also be written as 2/22/1973 in the US and as 22/2/1973 in UK and Europe.

February 22, 1973 in February 1973 calendar

Famous people born on February 22, 1973:

• Olivier Girault

  French handball player and coach who led France's national handball team to victory in 2008 and later transitioned to coaching the Paris...

• Philippe Gaumont

  French cyclist known for winning several races and an Olympic bronze medal, but also for his public confession about doping in professional...

• Christophe Oriol
• Juninho Paulista

Famous people born in 1973

Famous people born on February 22nd

Famous people died on February 22, 1973:

• Katina Paxinou

  Renowned Greek actress who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' (1943), a significant achievement...

• Jean-Jacques Bertrand

  Canadian politician who served as the 21st Premier of Quebec from 1968 to 1973, playing a significant role in Quebec's political landscape...

• Elizabeth Bowen

  Irish novelist and short story writer known for her works exploring the complexities of human relationships.

• Winthrop Rockefeller

  American colonel and politician, 37th governor of arkansas (b. 1912).

Famous people who died in 1973

Famous people who died on February 22nd

February 22, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 22, 1973 was Killing Me Softly With His Song by Roberta Flack, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Roberta Flack - Killing Me Softly With His Song
2. Deliverance - Dueling Banjos
3. Elton John - Crocodile Rock
4. Carly Simon - You're So Vain
5. Spinners - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love

February 22, 1973: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 22, 1973 was Blockbuster by The Sweet, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. The Sweet - Blockbuster
2. The Strawbs - Part Of The Union
3. Gary Glitter - Do You Wanna Touch Me (Oh Yeah)
4. Elton John - Daniel
5. Focus - Sylvia

February 22, 1973: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 22, 1973 was Love Train by The O'Jays, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. The O'Jays - Love Train
2. Spinners - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love
3. Jermaine Jackson - Daddy's Home
4. Roberta Flack - Killing Me Softly With His Song
5. Brighter Side Of Darkness - Love Jones

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 22nd is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 22, 1973: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 22, 1973 is Ox and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 22, 1973 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 22, 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 February 22, 1973 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 64% full, rising at 10:33 pm and setting at 09:20 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 17, 1973 while the next full moon would come on Mar 18, 1973.

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Your place in the Universe on February 22, 1973

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Someone born on February 22, 1973 is:

52 years 2 months old,

or 626 months and 22 days old,

or 2724 weeks and 6 days old,

or 19074 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 22, 1973?

There are 284 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 22, 1973?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 22, 1973.

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