November 4: What Happened on This Day in History
November 4th marks the 308th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 309th in case of leap years). There are 57 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on November 4th in history, famous birthdays on November 4th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to November 4.
What happened on November 4?
Here's what happened on November 4th in history:
- 2020: The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) launched a surprise military offensive against the Ethiopian federal army's Northern Command, capturing 5 military bases including the Northern Command headquarters. The attack resulted in multiple casualties and prompted an immediate military response from Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who declared that the 'last red line has been crossed'. Heavy fighting erupted in the Tigray Region as federal troops entered the area to counter the rebel attack.
- 2014: The United States circulated a draft resolution at the United Nations proposing sanctions for the conflict-torn South Sudan, highlighting international diplomatic efforts to address regional instability.
- 2011: Two ships carrying pro-Palestinian activists were boarded by the Israeli Navy while en route to the Gaza Strip, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.
- 2010: Somali pirates hijacked a vessel flying the Comoros Islands flag off the coast of Tanzania, taking 29 people aboard captive, highlighting the ongoing maritime security challenges in the region.
- 2004: A turbine failure at the Balakovo Nuclear Reactor in Saratov, Russia, triggered widespread local panic. Despite no radiation leakage, residents fled the area, pharmacies ran out of iodine, and many were hospitalized for iodine poisoning. The incident exposed significant public anxiety and poor crisis communication.
- 1999: While no significant global events were recorded on November 4, 1999, this date represents a moment in time during the late 20th century, just before the turn of the millennium. The world was experiencing technological anticipation related to potential Y2K computer issues and was in a period of relative geopolitical stability following the end of the Cold War.
- 1998: A landmark agreement was reached between human rights organizations and major apparel manufacturers to create a comprehensive code of conduct and monitoring system for overseas factories. This initiative aimed to improve working conditions, prevent labor exploitation, and ensure ethical manufacturing practices for American companies' international supply chains.
- 1995: The play 'Indiscretions' concluded its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theater in New York City after 221 performances, marking the end of its Broadway engagement.
- 1993: Shakespeare's play Timon of Athens opened at the Lyceum Theater in New York City, running for a limited engagement of 37 performances.
- 1988: The Charlotte Hornets played their first-ever NBA game at the Charlotte Coliseum, facing the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite the excitement of their inaugural match, the Hornets suffered a significant defeat, losing by a substantial margin of 133-93.
What famous birthdays are on November 4?
On November 4th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Matthew McConaughey (1969)Acclaimed American actor known for his breakthrough in 'Dazed and Confused' and subsequent successful film career, including an Oscar win...
![Walter Cronkite]()
Walter Cronkite (1916)Legendary CBS News anchor who was a trusted voice of journalism during pivotal moments in American history, including the Vietnam War and...
![Art Carney]()
Art Carney (1918)Emmy and Oscar-winning actor best known for his iconic role as Ed Norton in 'The Honeymooners'.
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Tom Savini (1946)Tom Savini is a legendary special effects makeup artist and actor who revolutionized horror film gore and practical effects in the 1970s and...
![Kathy Griffin]()
Kathy Griffin (1960)Kathy Griffin is a renowned American comedian, actress, and television personality known for her sharp-witted stand-up comedy and...
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Marlène Jobert (1940)French actress and film star born in Algeria to a French military father and Jewish mother.
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Martin Balsam (1919)Martin Balsam was a renowned American character actor with a distinguished career spanning theater, television, and film.
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Gig Young (1913)Gig Young was an accomplished American actor known for his versatile roles in romantic comedies and dramas.
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Alexz Johnson (1986)Canadian actress, singer, and songwriter known for her roles in television series like 'Instant Star' and her music career.
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Loretta Swit (1937)Renowned American actress best known for her iconic role as Major Margaret 'Hot Lips' Houlihan in the groundbreaking TV series M*A*S*H.
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Who died on November 4?
On November 4th the following celebrities died:
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Michael Crichton (2008)Renowned American author and medical doctor who became a bestselling science fiction and thriller novelist, famous for works like 'Jurassic...
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Dominique Dunne (1982)Actress known for her role in 'Poltergeist' who tragically was murdered by her ex-boyfriend, becoming a symbol of domestic violence...
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Sheree North (2005)Versatile American actress and dancer who appeared in numerous films and television shows during the 1950s and 1960s.
- Norman Ramsey (2011)
Norman Ramsey was a distinguished American physicist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1989 for his work on precision spectroscopy and...
- Sam Francis (1994)
Renowned American abstract expressionist painter who was a pivotal figure in the second generation of the movement.
- Sparky Anderson (2010)
Legendary baseball manager who led the Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers to World Series victories, known for his strategic brilliance and...
- Yitzhak Rabin (1995)
Prominent Israeli politician and military leader who served as Prime Minister and was a key figure in the Middle East peace process.
- Gilles Deleuze (1995)
Influential French philosopher known for groundbreaking works on language, meaning, and desire.
- Eugene Field (1895)
Eugene Field was an American writer known for his children's poetry and humorous essays.
- Raphael Soyer (1987)
A Russian-American painter known for his realistic depictions of urban life and the human figure.
What day of the year is November 4?
November 4th marks the 308th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 309th in case of leap years).
There are 57 days remaining until the end of the year.
November 4th is the 4th day of the month of November.
What day of the week is November 4?
On November 4th, 2025 the day of the week is Tuesday.
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| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
| 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
What zodiac sign is associated with the day November 4?
The zodiac sign associated with November 4th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.
