What Happened on November 23, 1971

Historical Events

  • China People's Republic seated in UN Security Council
  • Danny Murtaugh, manager of MLB world champions Pittsburgh Pirates, announces his retirement

Famous Birthdays

  • Jim Pyne, American NFL guard/corner (Tampa Bay Bucs), born in Milford, Massachusetts
  • Lisa Arch, American actress, born in Los Angeles, California
  • Vin Baker, American NBA forward (Seattle Supersonics, Milwaukee Bucks), born in Lake Wales, Florida
Born in 1971

Famous Deaths

  • Lisle Nagel, Australian cricket fast bowler (1 Test, 2 wickets; Victoria CA), dies at 66
1971 Highlights

About November 23, 1971

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Theme From Shaft - Isaac Hayes
  • UK #1 Song: Coz I Luv You - Slade