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What happened on May 15th 1972?
May 15, 1972 (Monday) A colony of Japan, Okinawa had been captured by the United States in the last major battle of World War II at the cost of thousands of lives on both sides, and the Okinawans, considered their own ethnic group in Japan, numbered nearly one million residents.
What happened September 15th 1972?
September 15, 1972 (Friday) A federal grand jury indicted the five Watergate burglars, along with E. Howard Hunt and G. Gordon Liddy.
What happened in the year 1972 UK?
July. 1 July – The first official gay pride march in London was held. 21 July – Bloody Friday: Nine people died and over a hundred were injured in a series of IRA explosions in Belfast city centre. 28 July – A strike by thousands of dockers led to the government announcing a state of emergency on 4 August.
How much did things cost in 1973?
In the year 1973, U.S. unemployment was 5.6%, the average family income was $12,900, and a new house cost around $32,500. The retail price for a gallon of gas averaged 39 cents, the minimum wage was $1.60 per hour, and an ounce of gold cost $106.48.
What were the big events in 1972?
Events
- January 2 – Pierre Hotel Robbery: Six men rob the safety deposit boxes of The Pierre Hotel in New York City of at least $4 million.
- January 5 – U.S. President Richard Nixon orders the development of a space shuttle program.
- January 16 – Super Bowl VI: The Dallas Cowboys defeat the Miami Dolphins 24–3.
What major events happened in 1972?
Major Events of 1972
- Summit meeting.
- Arab terrorists murder 11 people at the Olympic games.
- Britain takes direct control over Northern Ireland.
- President Richard Nixon visits China.
- SALT Agreement.
- Congressman Ford is sworn in as Vice President.
- Managua is leveled by an earthquake.
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