Sunday February 28, 1971: on this day

February 28, 1971 was the 59th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is February 28, 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 28, 1971, who was born and died on February 28, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. One Bad Apple by The Osmonds), movies (e.g. Death in Venice, directed by Luchino Visconti), TV series (e.g. Primus) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1971?


February 28, 1971 was a Sunday and it was the 59th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1971 can also be written as 2/28/1971 in the US and as 28/2/1971 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1971: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 28, 1971:

  • 53rd pga championship: jack nicklaus shoots a 281 at pga national. jack nicklaus wins his 2nd golf grand slam.
  • Wdrb tv channel 41 in louisville, ky (ind) begins broadcasting
  • Evel knievel sets a world record and jumps 19 cars in ontario, california.
  • A bomb explodes in the men's room at the united states capitol. weather underground organization claims responsibility.
  • Pakistani president agha muhammad yahya khan indefinitely postpones the pending national assembly session, precipitating massive civil disobedience in east pakistan.
  • Canadian john robarts ends his term of office as the 17th premier of ontario.

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February 28, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces 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 28, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on February 28th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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February 28, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1971 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 28, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 07:58 am and setting at 10:14 pm.

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 28, 1971?


Famous people born on February 28, 1971:

  • Tasha Smith
    Tasha Smith

    Tv actress.

  • Peter Stebbings
    Peter Stebbings

    Canadian actor and director.

  • Amauria Takahashi

    Amauria Takahashi is a respected politician known for her work in international relations.

  • Brydan Andersson

    Brydan Andersson is a Swedish politician who has served as a member of the European Parliament since 2014.

  • Cade Martin

    Talented painter recognized for his vibrant and abstract art pieces.

  • Junya Nakano

    Japanese composer and pianist.

  • Barett Lowe

    Barett Lowe is a former American politician who served as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives.

  • John Buchanan

    Actor (sidekicks and black stallion, family man).

  • Jennifer Abbott

    American victim of homicide, she was allegedly poisoned on 3/8/1997 by her husband dale.

  • Tristan Louis

    Author and blogger from france, american.

  • Maxine Bahns

    American actress.

  • Nadjim Ouali
  • José Miguel Gil
  • Chicane
  • Sean Sogliano
  • David Chachalejšvili
  • Nigel Godrich
  • Kye Sun-hui
  • Davide Mezzanotti

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 53 years 1 month old,

or 637 months and 22 days old,

or 2772 weeks and 5 days old,

or 19409 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 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 28, 1971?

There are 315 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 28, 1971.

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February 28, 1971: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1971:

  • William Finch

    William Finch was an American geologist known for his contributions to the understanding of plate tectonics.

  • Lettie Gallagher

    Lettie Gallagher was a renowned painter known for her vibrant landscapes.

  • Julian neil

    American astronaut who was the Command Module Pilot of Apollo 14.

  • Mario Mangini
  • Alberto Merciai
  • Hans Müller
  • Pierino Gabetti
  • Paul Bader
  • Paul de Kruif

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Henry Luce

    American publisher, born in china.

  • Dewell Hines

    Dewell Hines was a celebrated artist known for their unique and innovative artistic style.

  • Aleja Fernandez

    Aleja Fernandez was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and its applications in...

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

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February 28, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1971:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1971:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1971: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 22nd and February 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1971 was One Bad Apple by The Osmonds, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 28, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - One Bad Apple
  2. - Mama's Pearl
  3. - Knock Three Times
  4. - Rose Garden
  5. - If You Could Read My Mind

February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1971 was Baby Jump by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 28, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Baby Jump
  2. - Another Day
  3. - My Sweet Lord
  4. - Rose Garden
  5. - It's Impossible

February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1971 was Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone by Johnnie Taylor, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

February 28, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 22nd and February 28th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone
  2. - Mama's Pearl
  3. - Don't Let The Green Grass Fool You
  4. - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
  5. - (Do The) Push And Pull Part I

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February 28, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Death in Venice

Death in Venice

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Luchino Visconti

Starring: Dirk Bogarde, Romolo Valli, Mark Burns, Nora Ricci

Country: United States of America

How to Frame a Figg

How to Frame a Figg

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Alan Rafkin

Starring: Don Knotts, Joe Flynn, Edward Andrews, Elaine Joyce

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

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

February 28, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 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:

Primus

Primus

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Moshcam

Zollfahndung

Zollfahndung

Release year: 1970

Demonat na imperiyata

Demonat na imperiyata

Release year: 1971

Starring: Ilia Dobrev, Georgi Kaloyanchev, Kosta Tsonev, Georgi Cherkelov

Country: Bulgaria

February 28, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Islands In The Stream by Ernest Hemingway

Islands In The Stream

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A LATER CLASSIC FROM AMERICA’S PREMIER FICTION WRTER. First published in 1970, nine year after Hemingway's passing, this story is about an artist and adventurer, much like Hemingway.

The Greening Of America by Charles Reich

The Greening Of America

By:

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 New Centurions by Joseph Wambaugh

The New Centurions

By:

Joseph Wambaugh, an ex-cop and #1 New York Times bestseller writer, created a new type of literature through his outstanding early police procedurals.

Crime In America by Ramsey Clark

Crime In America

By:

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

Caravan To Vaccares by Alistair MacLean

Caravan To Vaccares

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February 28, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 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 28, 1971?

On February 28, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1971?

On February 28, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1971?

On February 28, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th 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 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

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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.

Discover how February 1971 calendar looked like.

Sunday February 28, 1971