What Happened on December 12, 1973

Historical Events

  • Canada begins selling Olympic coins ($5 & $10 silver coins)
  • San Diego files anti-trust against NL (stopping Padres move to DC)

Famous Birthdays

  • Michael Di Venuto, Australian cricketer (exciting Tasmanian batsman), born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
  • Reinard Wilson, American football linebacker (Cincinnati Bengals), born in Gainesville, Florida
  • Walter Otta, Argentine footballer (Blooming), born in Río Tercero, Argentina
Born in 1973
1973 Highlights

About December 12, 1973

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 3 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Most Beautiful Girl - Charlie Rich
  • UK #1 Song: Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade