Tuesday February 16, 1971: on this day

February 16, 1971 was the 47th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Aquarius and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is February 16, 1971 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 16, 1971, who was born and died on February 16, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 16, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Bad Apple by The Osmonds), movies (e.g. Pretty Maids All in a Row, directed by Roger Vadim), TV series (e.g. Zollfahndung) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 16th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 16, 1971?


February 16, 1971 was a Tuesday and it was the 47th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 16, 1971 can also be written as 2/16/1971 in the US and as 16/2/1971 in UK and Europe.

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February 16, 1971: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 16, 1971:

  • In italy, a local parliament elects the city of catanzaro as the capital of calabria residents of reggio di calabria riot for 5 days because of the decision.
  • Fifty tornadoes rage in mississippi, killing 74 people.
  • The u.s. emergency broadcast system sends an erroneous warning many radio stations just ignore it.

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February 16, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 16th is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 16, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Pig chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 16, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

Discover the Pig personality and how the Metal Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on February 16th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 16, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 16, 1971 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 16, 1971 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on February 16, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 10:57 pm and setting at 09:40 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 10, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Mar 12, 1971.

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Who was born on February 16, 1971?


Famous people born on February 16, 1971:

  • Ammanda Holden

    Renowned TV presenter and journalist with a focus on entertainment news.

  • Michael Avenatti

    American attorney and pundit.

  • Craig Laundy

    Australian politician.

  • Chi Kredell in Long Beach

    California, usa; water polo driver (olympics-1996).

  • Larry Jones

    Nfl running back (washington redskins).

  • Shivanthini Dharmasiri

    Miss universe sri lanka (1996).

  • Marco Sas

    Dutch soccer player (nac).

  • Mike Hubbard in Lynchburg

    Virginia; catcher (chicago cubs).

  • Van Tuinei

    Defensive end (san diego chargers).

  • Anthony Abrams

    Nfl defensive tackle (kansas city chiefs).

  • Patricia Loison
  • Paolo Poggi
  • Mario Nobili
  • Sabrina Corabi
  • Nailea Norvind
  • John Merricks

Whose famous birthday is on February 16th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 16th:

  • The Weeknd
    The Weeknd

    The weeknd is a canadian r&b singer known for his unique vocal style and chart-topping hits like 'blinding lights' and 'can't feel my face'.

  • Elizabeth Olsen
    Elizabeth Olsen

    Elizabeth olsen is a movie actress known for her roles in the marvel cinematic universe as scarlet witch.

  • John McEnroe
    John McEnroe

    German-american tennis champion who was first to make international headlines in 1977-1978 when he became the youngest player to reach...

  • Margaux Hemingway
    Margaux Hemingway

    American actress, fashion model and member of a prominent family.

  • Christopher Eccleston
    Christopher Eccleston

    Christopher eccleston is an english actor known for his role as the ninth doctor in the popular tv series doctor who.

  • Sonny Bono
    Sonny Bono

    American entertainer, who performed a showbiz act with cher, his partner.

  • Géraldine Nakache
    Géraldine Nakache

    French actress, screenwriter, director of fim, and actress of algerian jewish heritage.

  • William Katt
    William Katt

    American actor, born to film veterans bill williams (and barbara hale), he is a well-known family man.

  • Mahershala Ali
    Mahershala Ali

    American actor.

  • James Ingram
    James Ingram

    American singer, who was named the best new artist in 1982.

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February 16, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 53 years 2 months old,

or 638 months and 8 days old,

or 2775 weeks and 1 day old,

or 19426 days old,

if you were born on February 16, 1971.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 16, 1971?

There are 298 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 16th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 16, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 16, 1971.

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February 16, 1971: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 16, 1971:

  • Renzo Castagneto
  • Fritz Kolbe

What famous deaths happened on February 16th?

Famous deaths on February 16th:

  • Bruno Ganz
    Bruno Ganz

    Swiss actor known for his roles in films like 'Wings of Desire' and 'Downfall.

  • Lila Kedrova
    Lila Kedrova

    Russian-born actress (born 1918).

  • Marceline Day
    Marceline Day

    American actress who appeared in silent films.

  • Vera Kholodnaya
    Vera Kholodnaya

    Russian film star (born 1893).

  • Smiley Burnette
    Smiley Burnette

    Summum, illinois -- cowboy (charlie-petticoat junction).

  • Elyse Knox
    Elyse Knox

    Hartford, connecticut -- actress ("hit the ice, black gold").

  • Len Lesser
    Len Lesser

    American actor (born in 1922).

  • Markes Shaw

    Famous playwright and novelist.

  • Yun Dong-ju

    Korean poet known for his poignant and reflective poetry.

  • Chien-Shiung Wu

    Chien-Shiung Wu was a Chinese-American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on February 16th

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February 16, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 16, 1971:

  • Remembrance of Lambertus
  • Kyoto Protocol Day (2005)
  • Lithuania - Independence Day (1918)

Saints celebrated on February 16, 1971:

  • Saint Juliana
  • Saint Lucilla
  • Saint Jeremias
  • Saints Daniel, Samuel and Elias
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February 16, 1971: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 16, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 15th and February 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 16, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 16, 1971 was One Bad Apple by The Osmonds, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 16, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Bad Apple
  2. - Knock Three Times
  3. - Rose Garden
  4. - I Hear You Knocking
  5. - If You Could Read My Mind

February 16, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 16, 1971 was My Sweet Lord by George Harrison, according to the music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 16, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - My Sweet Lord
  2. - Pushbike Song
  3. - Stoned Love
  4. - Resurrection Shuffle
  5. - Amazing Grace

February 16, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 16, 1971 was Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone by Johnnie Taylor, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 15th and February 21st.

February 16, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 16, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 15th and February 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone
  2. - Don't Let The Green Grass Fool You
  3. - (Do The) Push And Pull Part I
  4. - Get Up, Get Into It, Get Involved (Pt. 1)
  5. - Mama's Pearl

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February 16, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 16, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Pretty Maids All in a Row

Pretty Maids All in a Row

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Roger Vadim

Starring: Rock Hudson, Angie Dickinson, Telly Savalas, John David Carson

Country: United States of America

One Brief Summer

One Brief Summer

Release year: 1971

Directed by: John Mackenzie

Starring: Felicity Gibson, Clifford Evans, Jennifer Hilary, Jan Holden

Black Killer

Black Killer

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Carlo Croccolo

Starring: Klaus Kinski, Carlo Croccolo, Marina Malfatti, Antonio Cantafora, Dante Maggio, Enzo Pulcrano, Fred Robsham, Mary Mulligan

Country: Italy

Max et les ferrailleurs

Max et les ferrailleurs

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Claude Sautet

Starring: Danielle Durou, Alain Belard, Michel Piccoli, Romy Schneider

Cold Turkey

Cold Turkey

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Norman Lear

Starring: Dick Van Dyke, Pippa Scott, Tom Poston, Edward Everett Horton

February 16, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 16, 1971 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Zollfahndung

Zollfahndung

Release year: 1970

Longstreet

Longstreet

Release year: 1971

Country: United States of America

Rock Masters: Neil Young in Concert

Rock Masters: Neil Young in Concert

Release year: 1971

Starring: Neil Young

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

February 16, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 16, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Greening Of America by Charles Reich

The Greening Of America

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25 Years of Groundbreaking Classic. "If there were any doubts about the necessity of social transformation in 1970 I, it is now clear and urgent I

The Making Of A Surgeon by William A. Nolen

The Making Of A Surgeon

By:

The Making of a Surgeon tells the story of an apprentice. William Nolen tells the story of his transformation as a student into a practitioner. He was a bold medical school graduate who became a skilled surgeon.

Rich Man, Poor Man by Irwin Shaw

Rich Man, Poor Man

By:

Paperback with TV tie-ins

The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart

The Crystal Cave

By:

Myridden Emrys, the poor son of a Welsh princess and a savage, is a troubled child, haunted with visions and portents.

Crime In America by Ramsey Clark

Crime In America

By:

Clark, Ramsey: Crime in America: Observations on Its Nature, Causes and Prevention

February 16, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 16, 1971 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Star Trek

Star Trek

Platform: originally SDS Sigma 7, HP 2000, Data General Nova

Genre: Strategy game

Galaxy Game

Galaxy Game

Platform: Arcade (PDP-11)

Genre: Space combat simulation

Computer Space

Computer Space

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Space combat simulation

Publisher: Nutting Associates

The Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail

Platform: Android; Apple II, iOS, Macintosh; BlackBerry; Commodore 64; DOS; Facebook; Java ME; Nintendo DSi, Nintendo 3DS, Wii; Windows, Mobile, Phone 7

Genre: Simulation

Publisher: Brøderbund The Learning Company Gameloft

history

Who was the US President on February 16, 1971?

On February 16, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 16, 1971?

On February 16, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 16, 1971?

On February 16, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 16th?

February 16th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 16th day of the month of February. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on February 16th, such as:

  • 2019 - Syrian civil war: battle of baghuz fawqani - the syrian observatory for human rights reports the u.s.-backed syrian democratic forces took control of al-baghuz fawqani after the surrender of isil militants.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency - three suicide bombers attack a konduga fish market, borno, nigeria.
  • 2017 - 2017 sehwan suicide bombing. at least 70 people were killed and over 150 others injured in the suicide bombing at lal shahbaz qalandar shrine, sehwan in sindh, pakistan. 50 of those injured are in critical condition. a medical emergency has been declared at the hospitals in hyderabad, dadu, and jamshoro. (dawn news),

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What happened in 1971?

1971 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ari closes at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC after 19 performances
  • UCLA starts 88 basketball game win streak
  • Swiss men accept female suffrage

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What was the calendar for February 1971?

February 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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