Historical Events
- A British soldier dies 7 days after being mortally wounded in an Irish Republican Army attack in North Ireland
- After 1,200 years Great Britain abandons pence & shilling system for decimal currency
Famous Birthdays
- Ray Sefo, New Zealand kick boxer, born in Auckland, New Zealand
- Renee O'Connor, American actress (Xena Warrior Princess), born in Katy, Texas
Famous Deaths
- Marian Koval, Soviet Russian composer, dies at 63
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About February 15, 1971
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 2 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Holidays: Washington's Birthday (United States)
Music Charts
#1 Song: One Bad Apple - The Osmonds
#1 Song: My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
