Historical Events
- 32nd Venice Film Festival opens
- Leader of the Social Democratic and Labour Party Gerry Fitt presents a number of allegations of brutality by the security forces in Northern Ireland to representatives of the United Nations
Famous Birthdays
- Mike Lockwood, professional wrestler (d. 2003)
- Quintis "Chico" Ristie, Suriname radio host
Famous Deaths
- Ted Lewis [Theodore Leopold Friedman], American entertainer, bandleader and musician (Is Everybody Happy?), dies of lung failure at 81
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About August 25, 1971
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 7 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart - Bee Gees
#1 Song: I'm Still Waiting - Diana Ross
