What Happened on March 3, 1971

Historical Events

Music History

South African Broadcasting Corp lifts its ban on the Beatles, begun after John Lennon's infamous "Jesus" quote in 1966

Event of Interest

Winnie Mandela sentenced to 1 year in jail in South Africa


Famous Birthdays

  • Terryl Ulmer, CFL defensive back (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
  • Tyler Florence, American chef, Food Network personality and cookbook author, born in Greenville, South Carolina
Born in 1971
1971 Highlights

About March 3, 1971

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 53 years and 26 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: Baby Jump - Mungo Jerry