What happened on Sunday February 28, 1971?

Here's what happened on February 28, 1971:

• Political Crisis in Pakistan Pakistani President Agha Muhammad Yahya Khan indefinitely postpones the National Assembly session, triggering massive civil disobedience in East Pakistan and escalating tensions that would eventually lead to significant political upheaval.
• Bombing at US Capitol A bomb detonates in the men's restroom at the United States Capitol, with the Weather Underground Organization claiming responsibility for this act of political terrorism.
• Jack Nicklaus Wins 2nd Golf Grand Slam Jack Nicklaus achieves a remarkable victory at the 53rd PGA Championship, shooting an impressive 281 at PGA National and securing his second golf grand slam, further cementing his legendary status in professional golf.
• Evel Knievel Jumps 19 Cars Daredevil Evel Knievel sets a world record by successfully jumping over 19 cars in Ontario, California, showcasing his extraordinary stunt riding skills and pushing the boundaries of motorcycle performance.
• John Robarts Ends Ontario Premiership Canadian politician John Robarts concludes his term as the 17th Premier of Ontario, marking the end of a significant period in the province's political leadership.
• WDRB TV Channel Launches in Louisville Independent television station WDRB Channel 41 begins broadcasting in Louisville, Kentucky, expanding local media options and contributing to the region's communication landscape.

Events in 1971

February 28, 1971: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 28, 1971

Newspapers from Feb. 28, 1971

February 28, 1971 was a Sunday and it was the 59th day of the year 1971 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1971 can also be written as 2/28/1971 in the US and as 28/2/1971 in UK and Europe.

February 28, 1971 in February 1971 calendar

Famous people born on February 28, 1971:

• Nigel Godrich
• Eshkol Nevo

Famous people born in 1971

Famous people born on February 28th

Famous people died on February 28, 1971:

• Pierino Gabetti
• Paul Bader
• Paul de Kruif
• Mario Mangini
• Alberto Merciai

Famous people who died in 1971

Famous people who died on February 28th

February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1971 was One Bad Apple by The Osmonds, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. The Osmonds - One Bad Apple
2. Jackson 5 - Mama's Pearl
3. Dawn - Knock Three Times
4. Lynn Anderson - Rose Garden
5. Gordon Lightfoot - If You Could Read My Mind

February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1971 was Baby Jump by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. Mungo Jerry - Baby Jump
2. Paul McCartney - Another Day
3. George Harrison - My Sweet Lord
4. Lynn Anderson - Rose Garden
5. Perry Como - It's Impossible

February 28, 1971: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1971 was Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone by Johnnie Taylor, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. Johnnie Taylor - Jody's Got Your Girl And Gone
2. Jackson 5 - Mama's Pearl
3. Wilson Pickett - Don't Let The Green Grass Fool You
4. The Temptations - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)
5. Rufus Thomas - (Do The) Push And Pull Part I

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

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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 28, 1971: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1971 is Pig and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 28, 1971 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 28, 1971 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 19% full, rising at 07:58 am and setting at 10:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 10, 1971 while the next full moon would come on Mar 12, 1971.

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Your place in the Universe on February 28, 1971

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Someone born on February 28, 1971 is:

54 years 3 months old,

or 651 months and 29 days old,

or 2834 weeks and 4 days old,

or 19842 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 28, 1971?

There are 247 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday February 28th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1971?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 28, 1971.

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