What Happened on June 19, 1972

Historical Events

  • -29] Tropical storm Agnes upgraded to a hurricane, makes landfall in Panama City (would kill 128)
  • A Catholic civilian is shot dead by the Provisional Irish Republican Army in the Cracked Cup Social Club, Belfast
  • Hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers face flight delays and cancellations after pilots threaten to strike over hijack fears
  • Secretary of State for Northern Ireland William Whitelaw concedes 'special category' status, or 'political status' for paramilitary prisoners in Northern Ireland
1972 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Dennis Lyxzén, Swedish punk rock singer (Refused), born in Umeå, Sweden

Jean Dujardin (51 years old)

1st French actor to win an Oscar for Best Actor (The Artist), born in Rueil-Malmaison, Île-de-France

  • Poppy Montgomery, Australian actress (Without a Trace), born in Sydney, New South Wales
  • Robin Tunney, American actress (The Mentalist), born in Chicago, Illinois
Born in 1972
1972 Highlights

About June 19, 1972

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Candy Man - Sammy Davis, Jr. with The Mike Curb Congregation
  • UK #1 Song: Vincent - Don Mclean