What Happened on November 6, 1971

Historical Events

The Grass Harp

Claibe Richardson and Kenward Elmslie's musical "The Grass Harp", based on the novel by Truman Capote, closes at Martin Beck Theater, NYC, after 7 performances

  • US performs underground nuclear test at Amchitka Island Aleutians

Famous Birthdays

  • François-Xavier Roth, French conductor (Les Siècles, 2003-present; Cologne Opera, 2012-present), born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
  • Marcus Samuelsson, Ethiopian-Swedish-American chef and TV personality, born in Ethiopia
Born in 1971
1971 Highlights

About November 6, 1971

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves - Cher
  • UK #1 Song: Reason To Believe/Maggie May - Rod Stewart