What Happened on May 23, 1971

Historical Events

  • American rock group Iron Butterfly ("In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida") disbands

Famous Birthdays

  • Issac Booth, NFL cornerback/safety (Cleveland Browns)
  • Joseph Rogers, CFL receiver (Winnipeg Blue Bombers)
  • Laurel Holloman, American actress
  • Marshall Boze, pitcher (Milwaukee Brewers), born in San Manual, Arizona

About May 23, 1971

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Brown Sugar - The Rolling Stones
  • UK #1 Song: Knock Three Times - Dawn