Historical Events
- In the Republic of Ireland, the Special Criminal Court is re-instituted to deal with crimes arising out of the Northern Ireland conflict; as part of the measures trial by jury is suspended
Boxing Title Fight
Joe Frazier TKOs Ron Stander in 5 for heavyweight boxing title
- The British state-owned travel firm Thomas Cook & Son is sold to a consortium of private businesses headed by the Midland Bank
- The Irish Republican Army (IRA) plant a bomb in Oxford Street, Belfast, killing a 64-year-old woman
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Event of Interest
US President Richard Nixon and Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev sign SALT accord
Famous Birthdays
- Alan Victor White, British rock drummer (Oasis, 1995-2004 - (What's the Story) Morning Glory?), born in Lewisham, London, England
- Patsy Palmer [Julie Merkell], British actress (Eastenders), born in London, England
About May 26, 1972
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 11 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Oh Girl - The Chi-lites
#1 Song: Metal Guru - T Rex
