What Happened on December 22, 1975

Historical Events

Energy Policy and Conservation Act

US President Gerald Ford signs the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) - establishes National Petroleum Reserve

Famous Birthdays

  • Chris Adler, American writer, born in Cheverly, Maryland
  • Dmitri Khokhlov, Russian footballer, born in Krasnodar, Russia
  • Sergei Aschwanden, Swiss judoka, born in Bern, Switzerland
  • Stanislav Neckar, NHL defenseman (Ottawa Senators, Olympic gold 1998), born in České Budějovice, Czech Republic

About December 22, 1975

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 4 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Let's Do It Again - The Staple Singers
  • UK #1 Song: Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen