What happened on Saturday July 17, 1971?

Here's what happened on July 17, 1971:

• Apollo 15 Mission Launch NASA launched Apollo 15, the fourth manned lunar landing mission, with astronauts David Scott and James Irwin aboard. This mission was significant for its advanced scientific exploration capabilities and use of the lunar rover.
• Apollo 15 Lunar Landing US Apollo 15 successfully landed on Mare Imbrium, a vast lunar mare on the Moon's surface. This mission marked a significant milestone in lunar exploration, demonstrating enhanced scientific research capabilities during lunar missions.
• Kissinger's Secret China Visit National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger made a clandestine diplomatic visit to the People's Republic of China, initiating critical negotiations to improve US-China relations and paving the way for President Nixon's future visit.
• National Women's Political Caucus Founding Prominent feminist leaders including Bella Abzug, Betty Friedan, Shirley Chisholm, Myrlie Evers-Williams, and Gloria Steinem founded the National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC) to increase women's participation in political processes.
• Italy-Austria South Tyrol Treaty Italy and Austria signed a landmark treaty resolving long-standing disputes about the autonomous status of South Tyrol, ending a significant regional schism and promoting diplomatic reconciliation.
• White House Plumbers Unit Formation The Nixon administration formed the White House Plumbers unit, a covert group tasked with stopping news leaks, which would later play a significant role in the Watergate scandal.
• All Nippon Airways Flight 58 Disaster A tragic mid-air collision occurred between All Nippon Airways Flight 58 and a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-86F near Shizukuishi, Japan, resulting in the deaths of all 162 passengers and crew aboard the Boeing 727.
• Wimbledon Women's Tennis Championship Evonne Goolagong defeated Margaret Court in the Wimbledon Women's Tennis final with a decisive 6-4, 6-1 victory, marking a significant moment in women's tennis history.
• Wimbledon Men's Tennis Championship John Newcombe won a thrilling Wimbledon Men's Tennis final against Stan Smith, prevailing in a five-set marathon with a score of 6-3, 5-7, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4.
• Corey Feldman Birth Corey Feldman, a prominent Jewish American actor who would later become known for his roles in 1980s films, was born.

Events in 1971

July 17, 1971: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 17, 1971

Newspapers from Jul. 17, 1971

July 17, 1971 was a Saturday and it was the 198th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 17, 1971 can also be written as 7/17/1971 in the US and as 17/7/1971 in UK and Europe.

July 17, 1971 in July 1971 calendar

Famous people born on July 17, 1971:

• Cory Doctorow

  Renowned science fiction author, blogger, and digital rights activist known for his innovative work in technology and copyright law reform.

• Calbert Cheaney

  Professional NBA basketball player who played as a guard and forward for the Washington Wizards during the 1990s.

• Corey Feldman

  Famous child actor from the 1980s known for roles in iconic movies like 'The Goonies' and 'Stand By Me', who later became an advocate for...

Famous people born in 1971

Famous people born on July 17th

Famous people died on July 17, 1971:

• Frank Jerwood
• Gerald Nye
• Cliff Edwards

Famous people who died in 1971

Famous people who died on July 17th

July 17, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 17, 1971 was It's Too Late by Carole King, according to the music chart for the week July 12th and July 18th.

1. Carole King - It's Too Late
2. The Raiders - Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian)
3. James Taylor - You've Got A Friend
4. Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds - Don't Pull Your Love
5. Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose - Treat Her Like A Lady

July 17, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 17, 1971 was Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep by Middle Of The Road, according to the music chart for the week July 12th and July 18th.

1. Middle Of The Road - Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep
2. The Sweet - Co-Co
3. Hurricane Smith - Don't Let It Die
4. T Rex - Get It On
5. Blue Mink - Banner Man

July 17, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 17, 1971 was Mr. Big Stuff by Jean Knight, according to the music chart for the week July 12th and July 18th.

1. Jean Knight - Mr. Big Stuff
2. Gladys Knight And The Pips - I Don't Want To Do Wrong
3. Freda Payne - Bring The Boys Home
4. The Isley Brothers - Love The One You're With
5. Marvin Gaye - Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 17th is Cancer.

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July 17, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 17, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 17, 1971 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 17, 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 17, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 12:57 am and setting at 05:38 pm.

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

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Someone born on July 17, 1971 is:

53 years 9 months old,

or 645 months and 27 days old,

or 2808 weeks and 4 days old,

or 19660 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 17, 1971?

There are 64 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 17, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 17, 1971.

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