Today in History for 6th May 1972

Historical Events

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- 98th Kentucky Derby: Ron Turcotte aboard Riva Ridge wins in 2:01.8
- Deniz Gezmiş, Yusuf Aslan and Hüseyin İnan are executed in Ankara for attempting to overthrow the Constitutional order.

Famous Birthdays

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- Dean Larsson, BC Canada, Nike golfer (1994 Monterrey Open-46th)
- Martin Brodeur, Montreal, NHL goalie (NJ Devils, Team Canada)

Famous Deaths

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- Deniz Gezmiş, Turkish Left-wing Political Activist (b. 1947)

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