World Events

Posted in 1972

  • US President Nixon visits China.
  • Vietnam peace talks take place in Paris.
  • "Black September" Palestinian terrorists kill 11 Israeli athletes at the Munich Olympics.
  • Direct rule is imposed by Britain on Northern IrelandDirect rule is imposed by Britain on Northern Ireland.
  • China becomes a member of the United Nations after Taiwan is expelled.
  • 2.5 million year old skull found in Kenya.