Historical Events
- A group of Northern Ireland Members of Parliament begin a 48 hour hunger strike against the policy of Internment
- Last issue of "Look" magazine is published
Famous Deaths
- Alberto Pirelli, Italian industrialist, dies at 89
- Betty Bronson, actress (Naked Kiss), dies after brief illness at 64
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About October 19, 1971
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 6 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Maggie May/Reason To Believe - Rod Stewart
- #1 Song: Reason To Believe/Maggie May - Rod Stewart