Historical Events
Back off Boogaloo
Ringo Starr releases single "Back off Boogaloo" in the UK
Famous Birthdays
- Marc Gunn, American podcaster (The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast), autoharp player, singer and producer (Brobdingnagian Bards), born in Germany
- Melissa Auf der Maur, Canadian rock bassist (Hole, 1994-99), born in Montreal, Quebec
- Mia Hamm, Anerican soccer forward (276 caps; FIFA Women's World Cup gold 1991, 99; Olympic gold 1996, 2004; Washington Freedom), born in Selma, Alabama
Famous Deaths
- Manny Martindale, West Indian cricket fast bowler (10 Tests, 37 wickets; Barbados), dies at 62
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About March 17, 1972
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Holidays: St. Patrick's Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Heart Of Gold - Neil Young
#1 Song: Without You - Nilsson
