What happened on Sunday July 11, 1971?

About July 11th, 1971, in brief:

  • Historical events: On July 11, 1971, the Chilean parliament took a significant step in economic policy by nationalizing copper mines owned by US corporations, marking a pivotal moment in Chile's economic sovereignty and international relations during the presidency of Salvador Allende.
  • Day of the week: July 11th, 1971 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
  • #1 US song: It's Too Late by Carole King
  • #1 UK song: Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep by Middle Of The Road
  • Popular movie: The Light at the Edge of the World directed by Kevin Billington

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July 11, 1971: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 11, 1971:

  • Chilean Parliament Nationalizes US Copper Mines On July 11, 1971, the Chilean parliament took a significant step in economic policy by nationalizing copper mines owned by US corporations, marking a pivotal moment in Chile's economic sovereignty and international relations during the presidency of Salvador Allende.
  • John W. Campbell: Pioneering Science Fiction Writer Born John W. Campbell, a highly influential American science fiction writer and editor who significantly shaped the genre, was born on this date in 1910. He is renowned for his work with Astounding Science Fiction magazine and mentoring many prominent sci-fi authors.
  • Discovery of HMY Mary Wreckage Archaeologists discovered the wreckage of HMY Mary, England's first royal yacht, off the coast of Anglesey. This maritime archaeological find provides insights into 17th-century naval history, occurring almost 300 years after the vessel's original sinking.
  • Deron Johnson's Historic Home Run Performance Philadelphia Phillies player Deron Johnson achieved a remarkable baseball feat by hitting three home runs, capping an extraordinary streak of four consecutive home runs in a single game on July 11, 1971.
  • Jane Blalock Wins LPGA George Washington Golf Classic Professional golfer Jane Blalock secured victory at the George Washington Golf Classic, an important tournament in the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) circuit on July 11, 1971.

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July 11, 1971: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was July 11, 1971?


July 11, 1971 was a Sunday and it was the 192nd day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 11, 1971 can also be written as 7/11/1971 in the US and as 11/7/1971 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on July 11, 1971?


Famous people born on July 11, 1971:

  • Leisha Hailey

    American actress, musician, and LGBTQ+ activist known for her roles in 'The L Word' and as a member of the indie pop band The Murmurs.

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July 11, 1971: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on July 11, 1971:

  • John W. Campbell

    Influential science fiction writer, editor, and author who significantly shaped the golden age of science fiction literature and mentored...

  • Pedro Rodriguez

    Legendary Mexican racing driver who tragically died during a motorsport competition in 1971, known for his significant contributions to...

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July 11, 1971: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 11, 1971 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 5th and July 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

July 11, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 11, 1971 was It's Too Late by Carole King, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

  1. - It's Too Late youtube
  2. - Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian) youtube
  3. - Treat Her Like A Lady youtube
  4. - Rainy Days And Mondays youtube
  5. - Don't Pull Your Love youtube

July 11, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 11, 1971 was Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep by Middle Of The Road, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

  1. - Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep youtube
  2. - Co-Co youtube
  3. - Don't Let It Die youtube
  4. - Get It On youtube
  5. - Banner Man youtube

July 11, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 11, 1971 was Mr. Big Stuff by Jean Knight, according to the music chart for the week July 5th and July 11th.

  1. - Mr. Big Stuff youtube
  2. - I Don't Want To Do Wrong
  3. - Don't Knock My Love - Pt. 1
  4. - Bring The Boys Home
  5. - She's Not Just Another Woman
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July 11, 1971: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 11th is Cancer.

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July 11, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 11, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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July 11, 1971: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 11, 1971 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 11, 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 July 11, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 78% full, rising at 10:09 pm and setting at 10:21 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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How old is someone born on July 11, 1971?


Someone born on July 11, 1971 is:

53 years 9 months old,

or 645 months and 23 days old,

or 2808 weeks

or 19656 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 11, 1971?

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