What Happened on November 26, 1971

Famous Birthdays

  • Emma Robinson, Canadian rower (World C'ship gold W2- 1997, 98, 99; Olympic silver Eight 1996, bronze 2000), born in Montreal, Quebec
  • Vince Danielsen, CFL slot back (Calgary Stampeders)
  • Winky Wright, American professional boxer, born in Washington, D.C.
Born in 1971

Famous Deaths

  • Joe Adonis, US crime-syndicate boss in NY & NJ, dies at 68
1971 Highlights

About November 26, 1971

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Theme From Shaft - Isaac Hayes
  • UK #1 Song: Coz I Luv You - Slade