Historical Events
- BART begins passenger service in San Francisco
- Tanzania troops march in to Uganda
M*A*S*H
TV comedy series "M*A*S*H", adapted from the movie, starring Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Wayne Rogers, and McLean Stevenson debuts on CBS in the US; runs for 11 years garnering 14 Emmy and 1 Peabody Award
Famous Birthdays
- Allen Williams, NFL running back (Detroit Lions)
- Bobby Lee, American comedian and actor (Splitting Up Together), born in San Diego, Californioa
Famous Deaths
- Akim Tamiroff, Armenian-Russian actor (Touch of Evil, For Whom the Bell Tolls), dies at 72
Died in 1972 1972 Highlights
About September 17, 1972
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me - Mac Davis
#1 Song: Mama Weer All Crazee Now - Slade
