Historical Events
- Bahamas declares Independence from the United Kingdom and adopts constitution
- John Paul Getty III, grandson of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty, is kidnapped in Rome by Italian gangsters wanting a ransom
Famous Deaths
- Wallace "Bud" Smith, American boxer (World lightweight title 1955-56), dies of gunshot wounds at 49
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About July 10, 1973
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Will It Go Round In Circles - Billy Preston
#1 Song: Skweeze Me Pleeze Me - Slade
