Historical Events
- General Officer Commanding the British Army Harry Tuzo, then claims that a permanent military solution to the 'troubles' in Northern Ireland could not be achieved
- North Vietnam demands US end aid to South Vietnam
- White Sox draft Danny Goodwin #1, he refuses to sign
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Feuerstein, American actor
About June 8, 1971
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 53 years and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Want Ads - The Honey Cone
#1 Song: Knock Three Times - Dawn