Dates by Year
Historical Events
- Gold hits a record $70 an ounce in London
Famous Birthdays
- Jimmy Pop [James Franks], American rock singer and musician (The Bloodhound Gang - "The Bad Touch"), born in Trappe, Pennsylvania
- Justyna Steczkowska, Polish singer-songwriter, born in Rzeszow, Poland
- Mohamed Al-Deayea, Saudi Arabian footballer, born in Hail, Saudi Arabia
- Muriel Bowser, American politician (Mayor of the District of Columbia. 2015-present), born in Washington, D.C.
Famous Deaths
- Brian Cole, American rock vocalist and bassist (The Association - "Windy"; "Cherish"), dies of a drug overdose at 29
- Helen Hoyt, American poet, known for "Ellis Park", dies at 85
- Paul Goodman, American social critic and writer known for "Growing Up Absurd", dies of a heart attack at 60
- Rudolph Ganz, Swiss-American pianist, conductor (St. Louis Symphony, 1921-27), composer, and educator (Chicago Musical College, 1928-54), dies at 95
Died in 19721972 Highlights
About August 2, 1972
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 8 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation:Generation X
Chinese Zodiac:Rat
Star Sign:Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Alone Again (Naturally) -Gilbert O'Sullivan
#1 Song: Puppy Love -Donny Osmond
