Historical Events
- "Man of La Mancha" opens at Beaumont Theater NYC for 140 performances
- The Irish Republican Army announce that it would call a ceasefire from 26 June 1972 provided that there is a "reciprocal response" from the security forces
About June 22, 1972
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 10 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: The Candy Man - Sammy Davis, Jr. with The Mike Curb Congregation
- #1 Song: Vincent - Don Mclean