What happened on Sunday May 02, 1971?

Here's what happened on May 02, 1971:

• Mass Arrests During Anti-War Protests in Washington, D.C. Anti-war militants attempted to disrupt government operations in Washington, D.C., resulting in massive arrests by police and military units. Approximately 12,000 protesters were detained, with most subsequently released.
• Harris Poll: Majority of Americans Oppose Vietnam War A Harris Poll revealed that 60% of Americans were against the ongoing Vietnam War, reflecting growing public dissent and shifting national sentiment towards the conflict.
• Walter Ulbricht Resigns as East German Communist Party Leader East German leader Walter Ulbricht stepped down from his position as Communist Party leader while retaining his role as head of state, signaling potential political transitions in East Germany.
• President Sadat Fires Vice President Aly Sabri Egyptian President Anwar Sadat unexpectedly removed one of his two Vice Presidents, Aly Sabri, without providing an immediate explanation for the dismissal, suggesting potential internal political restructuring.
• Left-Wing Guerilla Attacks in Ceylon Political unrest in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) as left-wing guerillas launched coordinated assaults on public buildings, signaling significant political tension and potential revolutionary activities.
• Magnitude 7.1 Earthquake in Andreanof Islands, Alaska A significant seismic event struck the Andreanof Islands in Alaska, causing potential geological disruption and highlighting the region's tectonic activity.
• Arsenal FC Wins English Division 1 Championship Arsenal FC dramatically clinched the English Division 1 football league championship at Tottenham Hotspur's home ground, with Ray Kennedy scoring the decisive goal. The team was poised to achieve a historic league and cup 'double' within days.
• Sandra Haynie Wins LPGA Dallas Civitan Golf Open Professional golfer Sandra Haynie secured victory in the Dallas Civitan Golf Open, showcasing her skill and contributing to women's sports achievements in 1971.

Events in 1971

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

Magazines from May. 02, 1971

Newspapers from May. 02, 1971

May 02, 1971 was a Sunday and it was the 122nd day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 02, 1971 can also be written as 5/2/1971 in the US and as 2/5/1971 in UK and Europe.

May 02, 1971 in May 1971 calendar

Famous people born on May 02, 1971:

• Musashimaru Koyo

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Famous people born in 1971

Famous people born on May 2nd

Famous people died on May 02, 1971:

• Dot Farley
• Pietro Maravigna

Famous people who died in 1971

Famous people who died on May 2nd

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

The number 1 song in the USA on May 02, 1971 was Joy To The World by Three Dog Night, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Three Dog Night - Joy To The World
2. Ocean - Put Your Hand In The Hand
3. Jackson 5 - Never Can Say Goodbye
4. Marvin Gaye - What's Going On
5. Neil Diamond - I Am.. I Said

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

The number 1 song in the UK on May 02, 1971 was Knock Three Times by Dawn, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Dawn - Knock Three Times
2. The Rolling Stones - Brown Sugar / Bitch / Let It Rock
3. Dave & Ansil Collins - Double Barrel
4. R Dean Taylor - Indiana Wants Me
5. Ringo Starr - It Don't Come Easy

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

The number 1 R&B song on May 02, 1971 was Never Can Say Goodbye by Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Jackson 5 - Never Can Say Goodbye
2. Marvin Gaye - What's Going On
3. Stevie Wonder - We Can Work It Out
4. The Chi-lites - (For God's Sake) Give More Power To The People
5. King Floyd - Baby Let Me Kiss You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 2nd is Taurus.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 02, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 12:30 pm and setting at 02:42 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on May 02, 1971

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Someone born on May 02, 1971 is:

54 years and 12 days old,

or 648 months and 12 days old,

or 2819 weeks and 3 days old,

or 19736 days old,

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

There are 353 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 2nd 2026.

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

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

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