What happened on Tuesday February 02, 1971?

Here's what happened on February 02, 1971:

• OPEC Adopts Oil Tax Resolution Representatives from ten OPEC member states adopted the 'XXII Conference Resolution', implementing a strategic embargo against oil companies that refused to accept a 55% tax. This resolution demonstrated OPEC's growing economic and political influence in the global energy market.
• Idi Amin Takes Power in Uganda Following a military coup, Idi Amin successfully overthrew President Milton Obote, seizing control of Uganda and establishing himself as the country's new leader. This marked the beginning of a tumultuous period in Ugandan history characterized by political repression and human rights abuses.
• Ramsar Convention Signed The international Ramsar Convention was signed in Ramsar, Iran, establishing a critical global framework for the conservation and sustainable management of wetland ecosystems. This landmark environmental treaty aimed to protect vital habitats for waterfowl and promote ecological preservation.

Events in 1971

February 02, 1971: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 02, 1971

Newspapers from Feb. 02, 1971

February 02, 1971 was a Tuesday and it was the 33rd day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

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

February 02, 1971 in February 1971 calendar

Famous people born on February 02, 1971:

• Jason Taylor

  Renowned NFL defensive end who played primarily for the Miami Dolphins and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

• Arly Jover

Famous people born in 1971

Famous people born on February 2nd

Famous people died on February 02, 1971:

• Domenico Agusta
• Ramón Peón
• Maria Bona di Savoia-Genova

Famous people who died in 1971

Famous people who died on February 2nd

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

The number 1 song in the USA on February 02, 1971 was Knock Three Times by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.

1. Dawn - Knock Three Times
2. The Osmonds - One Bad Apple
3. George Harrison - My Sweet Lord
4. Bee Gees - Lonely Days
5. Lynn Anderson - Rose Garden

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

The number 1 song in the UK on February 02, 1971 was My Sweet Lord by George Harrison, according to the music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.

1. George Harrison - My Sweet Lord
2. The Mixtures - Pushbike Song
3. The Supremes - Stoned Love
4. Ashton, Gardner & Dyke - Resurrection Shuffle
5. Judy Collins - Amazing Grace

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

The number 1 R&B song on February 02, 1971 was (Do The) Push And Pull Part I by Rufus Thomas, according to the music chart for the week February 1st and February 7th.

1. Rufus Thomas - (Do The) Push And Pull Part I
2. Johnnie Taylor - Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone
3. Joe Simon - Your Time To Cry
4. Gladys Knight And The Pips - If I Were Your Woman
5. King Floyd - Groove Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 2nd is Aquarius.

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

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 02, 1971 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 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 February 02, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 10:28 am and setting at 01:45 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 11, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Feb 10, 1971.

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Your place in the Universe on February 02, 1971

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Someone born on February 02, 1971 is:

54 years 4 months old,

or 652 months and 24 days old,

or 2838 weeks and 2 days old,

or 19868 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 02, 1971?

There are 221 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday February 2nd 2026.

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

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

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