Historical Events
- United Airlines crashes at Chicago's Midway Airport killing 45
Famous Birthdays
- Frank Shamrock, American mixed martial artist, born in Santa Monica, California
- Marco Abreu, Angolan footballer, born in Lubango, Angola
Famous Deaths
- George Collins, (Rep-Ill), dies at 47, in airplane crash
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About December 8, 1972
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Am Woman - Helen Reddy
#1 Song: My Ding-A-Ling - Chuck Berry
