Historical Events
- Ian Dury performs his first gig with Kilburn and the High Roads at Croydon School of Art
- KCBJ (now KMIZ) TV channel 17 in Columbia, MO (ABC) 1st broadcast
- Libya nationalizes British Petroleum concession
Famous Birthdays
- Bryan Schwartz, American NFL linebacker (Jacksonville Jaguars), born in St. Lawrence, South Dakota
- Joe Fleming, American CFL defensive end (CFL All-Star 1998, 2000, 01, 03; Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Calgary Stampeders), born in Wellesley, Massachusetts
- Kali Rocha, American actress (Liv and Maddie), born in Memphis, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Hugh Wakefield, British actor (The Man Who Knew Too Much, Blithe Spirit), dies at 83
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About December 5, 1971
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 4 months and 24 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
