Monday August 02, 1971: on this day

August 02, 1971 was the 214th day of the year 1971, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Monday.

Is August 02, 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 August 02, 1971, who was born and died on August 02, 1971, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 02, 1971, which were the most popular songs (ex. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees), movies (e.g. Die Screaming Marianne, directed by Pete Walker), TV series (e.g. Pingo De Gente) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 2nd, 1971 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 02, 1971?


August 02, 1971 was a Monday and it was the 214th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 02, 1971 can also be written as 8/2/1971 in the US and as 2/8/1971 in UK and Europe.

August 02, 1971 in August 1971 calendar

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August 02, 1971: What happened on that day?


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August 02, 1971: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 02, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 02, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on August 2nd, 1971 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 02, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 02, 1971 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 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 August 02, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 05:10 pm and setting at 01:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 08, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Aug 06, 1971.

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Who was born on August 02, 1971?


Famous people born on August 02, 1971:

  • Alice Evans
    Alice Evans

    Alice evans is an english actress known for her roles in the vampire diaries and 102 dalmatians.

  • Axel Fischer

    German former professional soccer player known for his successful career in the 1990s.

  • Dedra Davis

    Dedra Davis was a talented basketball player known for her skills on the court.

  • Kenneth Chen

    Co-founder and CEO of Chinese internet company, Renren Inc.

  • Michael Hughes

    Manager and footballer from ireland.

  • Jason Bell

    Australian rugby league player.

  • Dick Schreuder

    Dutch soccer player (psv / fc groningen / rkc).

  • Fernando Smith

    Nfl defensive end (minn vikings).

  • Marina de Van
  • Messmer (hypnotist)
  • Ángel Fernández
  • Sergej Filippenkov
  • Massimiliano Tacchinardi
  • Julie Parisien
  • Timothy DiDuro
  • Justyna Steczkowska

Whose famous birthday is on August 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 2nd:

  • Carroll O'Connor
    Carroll O'Connor

    Carroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.

  • Dom DeLuise
    Dom DeLuise

    Dom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...

  • Isabel Allende
    Isabel Allende

    Isabel allende is a chilean author known for her bestselling novels, such as 'the house of the spirits' and 'eva luna', which often...

  • Muriel Robin
    Muriel Robin

    She is a french comedian, singer, and actress.

  • Kevin Smith
    Kevin Smith

    Kevin smith is a director known for his work on cult classic films such as clerks and dogma.

  • Sam Worthington
    Sam Worthington

    Sam worthington is an australian actor known for his roles in blockbuster films such as avatar and terminator salvation.

  • Wes Craven
    Wes Craven

    American screen writer, filmmaker and author.

  • James Baldwin
    James Baldwin

    American writer (born in 1924).

  • Joanna Cassidy
    Joanna Cassidy

    American actress and film star best known for her role as falcon crest.

  • Myrna Loy
    Myrna Loy

    American actress whose political views brought her to prominence at unesco.

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August 02, 1971: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 52 years 7 months old,

or 631 months and 17 days old,

or 2746 weeks and 1 day old,

or 19223 days old,

if you were born on August 02, 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 August 02, 1971?

There are 136 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 02, 1971.

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August 02, 1971: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 02, 1971:

  • Ludwig Marcuse

    German philosopher and author (d. 1971).

  • John McDermott

What famous deaths happened on August 2nd?

Famous deaths on August 2nd:

  • Jean-Pierre Melville
    Jean-Pierre Melville

    French filmmaker.

  • David Huddleston
    David Huddleston

    American actor (b. 1930).

  • Cathleen Nesbitt
    Cathleen Nesbitt

    English actress (separate tables) dies at 93.

  • Josehua Bell

    Inventor of the telephone and credited with the first successful experiment in talking through a wire.

  • Lexander Graham Bell

    Inventor and entrepreneur who revolutionized communication with the invention of the telephone.

  • Sruly Halberstam

    Hasidic rabbi and Holocaust survivor who became a prominent figure in the Jewish community.

  • Vin Scully

    Vin scully is a retired american sportscaster best known for his 67 seasons as the play-by-play announcer for the los angeles dodgers.

  • Larysa Kosach

    Ukrainian writer known for her poetry and prose.

  • Harace Mann

    American educator and politician known for advocating public education reform.

  • Raymond Carver

    Raymond Carver was an American short story writer and poet, who is considered one of the most influential writers of the late 20th century.

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August 02, 1971: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 02, 1971:

  • St. Etheldritha/Alfrida
  • St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri
  • St. Stephen
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 4 saints: St. Peter Julian Eymard
  • Feast day of Ilya the Prophet in Russian Orthodox Church
  • Bulgaria/Republic of Macedonia - Ilinden (St. Ilya Day), a day of remembrance of the Ilinden Uprising
  • Costa Rica - Our Lady of the Angels
  • Day of airborne forces in Russia
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August 02, 1971: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 02, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 2nd and August 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 02, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1971 was How Can You Mend A Broken Heart by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 02, 1971: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 02, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
  2. - Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian)
  3. - You've Got A Friend
  4. - Mr. Big Stuff
  5. - Draggin' The Line

August 02, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1971 was I'm Still Waiting by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 02, 1971: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 02, 1971 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'm Still Waiting
  2. - Never Ending Song Of Love
  3. - Get It On
  4. - Devil's Answer
  5. - In My Own Time

August 02, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1971 was Hot Pants (She Got To Use What She Got, To Get What She Want by James Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 2nd and August 8th.

August 02, 1971: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 02, 1971 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 2nd and August 8th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Hot Pants (She Got To Use What She Got, To Get What She Want
  2. - Mr. Big Stuff
  3. - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)
  4. - Love The One You're With
  5. - Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get

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August 02, 1971: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 02, 1971 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Die Screaming Marianne

Die Screaming Marianne

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Pete Walker

Starring: Susan George, Barry Evans, Christopher Sandford, Judy Huxtable

Werewolves on Wheels

Werewolves on Wheels

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Michel Levesque

Starring: Steve Oliver, Donna Anders, Gene Shane, Billy Gray

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

The Omega Man

The Omega Man

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Boris Sagal

Starring: Charlton Heston, Anthony Zerbe, Rosalind Cash, Paul Koslo

Country: United States of America

Night of Dark Shadows

Night of Dark Shadows

Release year: 1971

Directed by: Dan Curtis

Starring: David Selby, Grayson Hall, Kate Jackson, Lara Parker

August 02, 1971: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 02, 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:

Pingo de Gente

Pingo de Gente

Release year: 1971

August 02, 1971: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 02, 1971 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Female Eunuch by Germaine Greer

The Female Eunuch

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The 1970 publication of Germaine Greer’s The Female Eunuch was a major event that raised eyebrows and ire, while also creating a shock wave in recognition among women all over the globe.

The Passions Of The Mind by Irving Stone

The Passions Of The Mind

By:

A compelling portrait of the Viennese neurologer, which focuses on his intense, agonized research years that led to the discovery of psychoanalysis.

Capone by John Kobler

Capone

By:

He was known by the public as Scarface, while the FBI called him Public Enemy Number One. His associates called him Snorky. Capone is the name that most people remember.

The Shadow Of The Lynx by Victoria Holt

The Shadow Of The Lynx

By:

Nora Tamsin was fascinated at Charles Herrick's ruthlessness, but she realized that he deserved the name "The Lynx". His love for her was both overwhelming and terrifying.

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.

August 02, 1971: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on August 02, 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 August 02, 1971?

On August 02, 1971 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 1971?

On August 02, 1971 the UK Prime Minister was Edward Heath (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 02, 1971?

On August 02, 1971 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about August 2nd?

August 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of August. 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 August 2nd, such as:

  • 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention, battle of al hudaydah in yemen: at least 20 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition in al hudaydah (yemen). saudi arabia's spokesperson denied that its jets were present in the area, but blamed rebels.
  • 2017 - Two american soldiers are killed by a suicide bomber in afghanistan's war on terror. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: a volunteer search and rescue team from the syria civil defence says that 33 people were injured by toxic gas dropped from an unmanned helicopter onto saraqeb, rebel-held idlib governorate.

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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 August 1971?

August 1971 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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 August 1971 calendar looked like.

Monday August 2, 1971