What Happened on February 4, 1972

Historical Events

  • 6th round of Strategic Arms Limitation Talks ends in Vienna Austria

Schenk Wins Gold

Dutch speed skater Ard Schenk wins the 5,000m at the Sapporo Winter Olympics; also wins the 1,500m and 10,000m gold medals

Senator Wants Lennon Deported

US Senator Strom Thurmond suggests John Lennon be deported


Famous Birthdays

  • Giovanni Silva De Oliveira, Brazilian footballer
  • Kelvin Anderson, American CFL HOF running back who won Grey Cup 1998, 2001 Calgary Stampeders; 3 x CFL All Star, born in South Bend, Indiana

About February 4, 1972

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 2 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: American Pie (Parts I & II) - Don McLean
  • UK #1 Song: Telegram Sam - T Rex