Historical Events
- 1971 NFL Draft: Jim Plunkett from Stanford University first pick by New England Patriots
Famous Birthdays
- Mickalene Thomas, American artist (Le Déjeuner Sur l'Herbe: Les Trois Femmes Noires), born in Camden, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Donald Winnicott, British psychoanalyst (b. 1896)
1971 Highlights
About January 28, 1971
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 51 years, 11 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Knock Three Times - Dawn
#1 Song: My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
