Historical Events
Năstase's Perfect ATP
Romanian tennis star Ilie Năstase finishes ATP Masters Grand Prix with a perfect 6-0 record to win the rich season ending event at the Coubertin Stadium, Paris
Famous Birthdays
- Jenny Conlee (-Drizos), American rock accordionist, pianist, organist, and melodica player (The Decemberists), born in Seattle. Washington
- Tito Wooten, American NFL safety (NY Giants), born in Goldsboro, North Carolina
Famous Deaths
- David Sarnoff, American radio and television pioneer (RCA, NBC), dies at 80
- Frank Wolff, actor (Erotic Illusion, Last Gun), commits suicide at 43
- Jack Barnhill, Northern Ireland senator, assassinated
- John A Emmens, art historian/poet (Dog of Pavlov), dies at 47
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About December 12, 1971
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Family Affair - Sly & The Family Stone
#1 Song: Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West) - Benny Hill
