Historical Events
British History
Queen Elizabeth II opens new London Bridge
Iran Nationalizes its Oil
Shah of Iran Mohammad Reza Pahlavi and a consortium of Western firms led by British Petroleum agree to the formal nationalization of Iran's oil industry in return for an assured 20-year supply of Iranian oil
- St. Patrick's Day marchers carry 14 coffins commemorating Bloody Sunday
Famous Birthdays
- Amelia Heinle, American actress (Loving, The Young and the Restless), born in Phoenix, Arizona
- Caroline Corr, Irish Celtic folk rock singer, drummer, and bodhrán player (The Corrs - "What Can I Do"), born in Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland
- Jerome Woods, American football safety (Pro Bowl 2003; KC Chiefs), born in Memphis, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Geertruida Magdelena Wilhelmina Bakker, Dutch actress (2 Orphans), dies at 81
Died in 1973 1973 Highlights
About March 17, 1973
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Holidays: St. Patrick's Day (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Killing Me Softly With His Song - Roberta Flack- #1 Song: Cum On Feel The Noize - Slade
