Historical Events
- A bomb explodes outside a furniture showroom on the mainly-Protestant and loyalist Shankill Road, Belfast; four civilians (including two babies) were killed and nineteen wounded
- The Libertarian Party of the United States is formed
Famous Birthdays
- Cedric Ihalauw, Dutch soccer player (Roda JC), born in Geleen, Netherlands
- Willie McGinest, American NFL outside linebacker (NE Patriots), born in Long Beach, California
Famous Deaths
- Maurice "Mac" McDonald, American fast-food pioneer (b. 1902)
1971 Highlights
About December 11, 1971
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius
