Historical Events
- NY Yanks sign 30-year lease to play in remodeled Yankee Stadium
Famous Birthdays
- Axel Merckx, Belgian cyclist
- Lüpüs Thünder [Matthew Stigliano], American rock guitarist (Bloodhound Gang, 1994-2008 - "The Bad Touch"), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Andrea Feldman, American actor (b. 1948)
1972 Highlights
About August 8, 1972
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 7 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Alone Again (Naturally) - Gilbert O'Sullivan
- #1 Song: School's Out - Alice Cooper