What happened on Tuesday November 16, 1971?

Here's what happened on November 16, 1971:

• Compton Inquiry on Northern Ireland Internment The Compton inquiry was officially published, addressing allegations of mistreatment during the internment of suspected militants in Northern Ireland. While acknowledging some instances of ill-treatment, the report ultimately rejected claims of systematic brutality or torture, providing a controversial assessment of the government's actions during the conflict.
• US Air Support in Cambodia The United States significantly increased aerial military operations to support the Cambodian government during an escalating conflict that was approaching the capital city of Phnom Penh. This intervention was part of the broader context of the Vietnam War and regional geopolitical tensions.

Events in 1971

November 16, 1971: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 16, 1971

Newspapers from Nov. 16, 1971

November 16, 1971 was a Tuesday and it was the 320th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 16, 1971 can also be written as 11/16/1971 in the US and as 16/11/1971 in UK and Europe.

November 16, 1971 in November 1971 calendar

Famous people born on November 16, 1971:

• Aleksandr Sergeyevich Popov

  Aleksandr Popov is a renowned Russian swimmer who dominated international competitions, winning multiple Olympic gold medals in freestyle...

Famous people born in 1971

Famous people born on November 16th

Famous people died on November 16, 1971:

• Edie Sedgwick

  Iconic Andy Warhol superstar and underground fashion icon of the 1960s, known for her striking appearance and tumultuous lifestyle.

• Edward Sedgwick

  Director dies at 28 from barbiturate overdose.

• Stratos Pagioumtzis
• Giuseppe Magliano
• Lucien Chopard
• Bruno Cicognani

Famous people who died in 1971

Famous people who died on November 16th

November 16, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 16, 1971 was Theme From Shaft by Isaac Hayes, according to the music chart for the week November 15th and November 21st.

1. Isaac Hayes - Theme From Shaft
2. Cher - Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves
3. John Lennon - Imagine
4. Bread - Baby I'm-A Want You
5. The Chi-Lites - Have You Seen Her

November 16, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 16, 1971 was Coz I Luv You by Slade, according to the music chart for the week November 15th and November 21st.

1. Slade - Coz I Luv You
2. Rod Stewart - Maggie May / Reason To Believe
3. Tom Jones - Till
4. The Piglets - Johnny Reggae
5. Redbone - The Witch Queen Of New Orleans

November 16, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 16, 1971 was Have You Seen Her by The Chi-lites, according to the music chart for the week November 15th and November 21st.

1. The Chi-lites - Have You Seen Her
2. Isaac Hayes - Theme From Shaft
3. Marvin Gaye - Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)
4. Aretha Franklin - Rock Steady
5. The Staple Singers - Respect Yourself

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 16th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 16, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 16, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 16, 1971 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 16, 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 November 16, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:26 am and setting at 03:59 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 02, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Dec 02, 1971.

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Your place in the Universe on November 16, 1971

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Someone born on November 16, 1971 is:

53 years 5 months old,

or 641 months and 28 days old,

or 2791 weeks and 1 day old,

or 19538 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 16, 1971?

There are 186 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday November 16th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 16, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on November 16, 1971.

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