Historical Events
- Aswan High Dam officially opens in Egypt
"My Sweet Lord"
George Harrison releases 1st solo single "My Sweet Lord" in the UK; tops the charts in 15 countries, and becomes subject of a copyright infringement lawsuit
- Walt Smith and Leon Uris' musical "Ari", based on Uris' novel "Exodus", opens at Mark Hellinger Theater, NYC; runs for 19 performances
Famous Birthdays
- LeShon Johnson, American football running back (Arizona Cardinals), born in Haskell, Oklahoma
Regina King (53 years old)
American actress (Southland, If Beale Street Could Talk), born in Cincinnati, Ohio
Famous Deaths
- John Dall, actor (Corn is Green, Rope), dies of a heart attack at 50
Died in 1971 1971 Highlights
About January 15, 1971
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity - George Harrison
#1 Song: Grandad - Clive Dunn
