Historical Events
Leadership Contest
Margaret Thatcher defeats Edward Heath for leadership of the British Conservative Party
- Tv drama “Sarah T: Portrait of A Teenage Alcoholic”, starring Linda Blair, premieres on US network NBC
Famous Birthdays
- Andrew "Andy" Lally, American sports car & stock car racing driver, born in Northport, New York
- Jacque Vaughn, American basketball guard (Utah Jazz) and coach (Orlando Magic), born in Los Angeles, California
Famous Deaths
- Richard Ratsimandrava, Malagasy soldier and statesman, assassinated (b. 1931)
1975 Highlights
About February 11, 1975
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: You're No Good - Linda Ronstadt
- #1 Song: January - Pilot