What Happened on February 23, 1971

Historical Events

  • Boston Bruins begin 13 NHL game winning streak

Music History

George Harrison is fined & his driving license is suspended for 1 year

  • US army officer William Calley confesses & implicates Captain Medina during his trial for the My Lai Massacre

Famous Birthdays

  • Carin Koch, Swedish golfer (2 LPGA Tour titles), born in Kungälv, Sweden
  • Jason Keller, American actor (Jason-Out of the Blue), born in Scarsdale, New York
  • Jeong Chan, South Korean actor, born in Boryeong, South Korea
  • Melinda Messenger, English television presenter, born in Swindon, Wiltshire
  • Shane Keller, American actor (Shane-Out of the Blue), born in Scarsdale, New York
  • Torsten Kienass, German hockey defenseman (Team Germany), born in Berlin, East Germany

Famous Deaths

  • King Lockwood, dies of stroke at 73
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights

About February 23, 1971

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 2 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: One Bad Apple - The Osmonds
  • UK #1 Song: My Sweet Lord - George Harrison