Historical Events
29th Golden Globes
29th Golden Globes: "The French Connection", Gene Hackman, & Jane Fonda win
- A Civil Rights march held in Newry, County Down; very large turn-out with many people attending to protest at the killings in Derry the previous Sunday
Schenk 1,500m Gold
Dutch speed skater Ard Schenk follows his win in the 5,000m with victory in the 1,500m, on his way to 3 gold medals at the Sapporo Winter Olympics; also wins 10,000m
Famous Birthdays
- David Binn, American NFL safety (San Diego Chargers), born in San Mateo, California
- Shawn Respert, American NBA guard (Milwaukee Bucks, Toronto Raptors), born in Detroit, Michigan
Famous Deaths
- Julian Steward, American anthropologist (cultural ecology), dies at 70
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About February 6, 1972
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 2 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Let's Stay Together - Al Green
- #1 Song: Telegram Sam - T Rex