Wednesday March 17, 1971: on this day

March 17, 1971 was the 76th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 17, 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 March 17, 1971, who was born and died on March 17, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 17, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. Me And Bobby McGee by Janis Joplin), movies (e.g. Brother John, directed by James Goldstone), TV series (e.g. Primus) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 17th, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 17, 1971?


March 17, 1971 was a Wednesday and it was the 76th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 17, 1971 can also be written as 3/17/1971 in the US and as 17/3/1971 in UK and Europe.

March 17, 1971 in March 1971 calendar

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March 17, 1971: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 17, 1971:

  • Edward henry of morristown, new jersey, is first person to win us$1 million in a state lottery.

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March 17, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 17th 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 March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 17, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 17, 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 March 17th, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 17, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

65%

The moon phase on March 17, 1971 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 17, 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 March 17, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 65% full, rising at 10:56 pm and setting at 08:57 am.

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

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Who was born on March 17, 1971?


Famous people born on March 17, 1971:

  • Tarez Hassan

    Captures stunning landscapes and portraits.

  • Kadey Kron

    Known for advancements in quantum mechanics.

  • Jaclyne Chen

    Pioneering chemist recognized for her work in nanotechnology.

  • Zorianna Kovalchuk

    Pioneering work in the field of organic chemistry and drug development.

  • Trinaty Chen

    Physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Taneia Baker

    Pioneering chemist recognized for her work in sustainable materials.

  • Amanii Jones

    Respected physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Robson Moura

    Esteemed physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Lynisha Williams

    Award-winning playwright known for her powerful and thought-provoking plays.

  • Jnai Simpson

    Renowned for advising on successful election campaigns.

  • Deshara Suggs

    Captures stunning landscapes and portraits with a unique perspective.

  • Richel Cruz

    Captures stunning landscapes in black and white photography.

  • Shelise Baker

    Pioneering work in the field of organic chemistry.

  • Tanicka Patel

    Pioneering work in the field of organic chemistry.

  • Noheli Lopez

    Pioneering work in the field of organic chemistry and synthesis.

  • Dazha Wang

    Pioneered new methods in organic synthesis.

  • Labrina Chen

    Pioneering work in the development of sustainable materials.

  • Brentney Hugenberg

    Pioneered advancements in organic chemistry.

  • Skylene Chen

    Pioneering work in nanotechnology and sustainable energy solutions.

  • Ayeshia Qureshi

    Pioneering chemist recognized for her work in sustainable materials.

Whose famous birthday is on March 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 17th:

  • Gary Sinise
    Gary Sinise

    Gary sinise is an american actor known for his roles in movies such as forrest gump and apollo 13, as well as for his portrayal of detective...

  • John Boyega
    John Boyega

    John boyega is a british actor known for his role as finn in the star wars sequel trilogy.

  • Olesya Rulin
    Olesya Rulin

    American actress known for her role in the High School Musical film series.

  • Kurt Russell
    Kurt Russell

    An emmy nomination was made for american actor russell for his role as elvis, a tv movie.

  • Rob Lowe
    Rob Lowe

    American actor, with blue eyes and dark hair; handsome.

  • Rudolf Nureyev
    Rudolf Nureyev

    Russian-french choreographer and dancer (d. 1993).

  • Patti Hansen
    Patti Hansen

    Patti hansen is an american model and actress known for her work in the fashion industry and her marriage to rolling stones guitarist keith...

  • Lesley-Anne Down
    Lesley-Anne Down

    British actress.

  • Clare Grogan
    Clare Grogan

    In early 1980, a scottish actress was seen in "gregory's girl".

  • Justin Hawkins
    Justin Hawkins

    English singer-songwriter (the darkness british whale and hot leg).

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March 17, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 53 years and 11 days old,

or 636 months and 11 days old,

or 2767 weeks and 1 day old,

or 19370 days old,

if you were born on March 17, 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 March 17, 1971?

There are 354 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 17th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 17, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on March 17, 1971.

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March 17, 1971: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 17, 1971:

  • Ernst Bachmeister

    Writer.

  • Vittorio Bosco Lucarelli
  • Agustín Pedro Pons

What famous deaths happened on March 17th?

Famous deaths on March 17th:

  • Helen Hayes
    Helen Hayes

    American actress, who started on stage at age five.

  • Mai Zetterling
    Mai Zetterling

    Actress (night is my future) dies from cancer at the age of 68.

  • Michael Gough
    Michael Gough

    Actor malaysian-english (d. 2011).

  • Rosetta LeNoire
    Rosetta LeNoire

    Rosetta LeNoire was a talented actress known for her work in theater, film, and television.

  • Merritt Butrick
    Merritt Butrick

    Merritt Butrick was an actor known for his role in Star Trek II and III.

  • Bob Papenbrook
    Bob Papenbrook

    American voice actor (born 1955).

  • Michie Kusama

    Renowned Japanese contemporary artist known for her avant-garde works.

  • Klayten Brown

    Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of biotechnology.

  • Graylynn Jones

    Bestselling author known for captivating storytelling and literary prowess.

  • Azalyn Khan

    Groundbreaking researcher in the field of biotechnology.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 17th

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March 17, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 17, 1971:

  • Ancient Rome - the second day of the Bacchanalia in honor of Bacchus
  • Ancient Rome - the Liberalia in honor of Liber
  • St. Agricola
  • St. Joseph of Arimathea
  • Feast day of St Patrick: a public holiday in Ireland (National feast) and Montserrat, widely celebrated in North America and worldwide (see St. Patrick's Day)
  • Ancient Latvia - Kustonu Diena (return of the larks) observed
  • Boston, Massachusetts - Evacuation Day

Saints celebrated on March 17, 1971:

  • Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March and it is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat. But Irish people across the globe use to celebrate it also in other Countries. Below you can find a list of the past Saint Patrick's Days and see what happened on each of these days.
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March 17, 1971: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 17, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 15th and March 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 17, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 17, 1971 was Me And Bobby McGee by Janis Joplin, according to the music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 17, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Me And Bobby McGee
  2. - She's A Lady
  3. - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
  4. - One Bad Apple
  5. - For All We Know

March 17, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 17, 1971 was Baby Jump by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 17, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Baby Jump
  2. - Hot Love
  3. - Another Day
  4. - Rose Garden
  5. - My Sweet Lord

March 17, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 17, 1971 was Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 15th and March 21st.

March 17, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 17, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 15th and March 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
  2. - What's Going On
  3. - Don't Let The Green Grass Fool You
  4. - You're All I Need To Get By
  5. - Mama's Pearl

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March 17, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 17, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Brother John

Brother John

Release year: 1971

Directed by: James Goldstone

Starring: Sidney Poitier, Will Geer, Bradford Dillman, Beverly Todd

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

THX 1138

THX 1138

Release year: 1971

Directed by: George Lucas

Starring: Robert Duvall, Donald Pleasence, Don Pedro Colley, Maggie McOmie

Country: United States of America

The Barefoot Executive

The Barefoot Executive

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Robert Butler

Starring: Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Harry Morgan, Wally Cox

Lawman

Lawman

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Michael Winner

March 17, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 17, 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

O Cafona

O Cafona

Release year: 1971

Christa

Christa

Release year: 1971

March 17, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 17, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Crisis In The Classroom by Charles E. Silberman

Crisis In The Classroom

By:

American Education: The Remaking.

Islands In The Stream by Ernest Hemingway

Islands In The Stream

By:

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 Underground Man by Ross Macdonald

The Underground Man

By:

Archer follows a missing child as a mysterious fire burns in the hills above a Southern California town. This child could be either the victim or pawn in a marital dispute.

Rich Man, Poor Man by Irwin Shaw

Rich Man, Poor Man

By:

Paperback with TV tie-ins

God Is An Englishman by R.F. Delderfield

God Is An Englishman

By:

This bestseller is set in Victorian commerce and follows Adam Swann's fortunes. He is a son of an Army family veteran of the Crimea campaigns.

March 17, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 17, 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 March 17, 1971?

On March 17, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 17, 1971?

On March 17, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 17, 1971?

On March 17, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about March 17th?

March 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of March. 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 March 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - 2019 jayapura flood & landslide
  • 2018 - 2018 philippine piper pa-23 apache crashes: a piper pa-23 passenger plane bound for laoag international airport, ilocos norte in the philippines crashed upon takeoff from plaridel airport, bulacan. five people were killed and five others were injured.
  • 2017 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present), an apache helicopter fired upon a boat carrying somali refugees, off the coast yemen. at least 40 people were killed and 35 others were injured. (reuters),

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history

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 March 1971?

March 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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 March 1971 calendar looked like.

Wednesday March 17, 1971