Historical Events
- US launches 1st satellite into lunar orbit from manned spacecraft
Famous Birthdays
- Greg Frers, CFL safety (BC Lions)
- Jeff Gordon, American auto racer (Winston Cup Series 1995, 97, 98, 2001; Daytona 500 1997, 99, 2005) and broadcaster (Fox NASCAR), born in Vallejo, California
1971 Highlights
About August 4, 1971
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Get It On - T Rex
