Historical Events
Sports History
American jockey Bill Shoemaker wins his record 555th stakes race aboard Royal Owl in the San Jacinto Stakes at Santa Anita; Eddie Arcaro 554
Dictator Bokassa I
Jean-Bédel Bokassa appoints himself President for life of Central African Republic
- NASA launches its Pioneer 10 space probe to Jupiter, NASA's first mission to the outer planets
Famous Birthdays
- Richard Ruccolo, American actor (Two Guys and a Girl), born in Marlton, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Bill Lawrence, American news anchor (ABC), dies at 56
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About March 2, 1972
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 1 month and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Without You - Nilsson
#1 Song: Son of My Father - Chicory Tip
