Historical Events
- Golden Gate Bridge lights out all night due to power failure
- The Pakistan Army executes an estimated 1,111 of East Pakistan's intellectuals during the Bangladesh Liberation War
- U.S. premiere of "Nicholas and Alexandra", film adaptation of Robert K. Massie's best selling novel
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Birthdays
- Chris Therien, Canadian NHL defenceman (Philadelphia Flyers), born in Ottawa, Ontario
- Natascha McElhone, English actress (The Truman Show), born in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, England
Famous Deaths
- Dick Tiger, Nigerian professional boxer, dies at 42
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About December 14, 1971
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 4 months and 15 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
