Historical Events
- Over 8,000 workers go on strike in Derry, Northern Ireland, in protest at the introduction of Internment (allowing suspected terrorists to be indefinitely detained without trial)
Famous Birthdays
- Stefan Klos, German footballer
- Troy Alexander, CFL defensive tackle (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
- Willie Jackson, NFL wide receiver (Jacksonville Jaguars)
Famous Deaths
- Elsie Baker, actress (Ghosts of Hanley House), dies at 78
- Spyros Skouras, Greek-born American movie executive (20th Century Fox), dies at 78
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About August 16, 1971
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 8 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart - Bee Gees
#1 Song: I'm Still Waiting - Diana Ross
