Historical Events
- Columbia University operations virtually end, by student strike
Famous Birthdays
- Chuck Adams, Pacific Palisades California, tennis star (1989 USTA Boys), born in Pacific Palisades, California
Famous Deaths
- William V. S. Tubman, Liberian politician (President of Liberia 1944-71), dies at 76
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About April 23, 1971
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Joy To The World - Three Dog Night
- #1 Song: Hot Love - T Rex