November 7: What Happened on This Day in History
November 7th marks the 311th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 312th in case of leap years). There are 54 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on November 7th in history, famous birthdays on November 7th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to November 7.
What happened on November 7?
Here's what happened on November 7th in history:
- 2020: Joe Biden was elected as the 46th President of the United States after winning Pennsylvania, with Kamala Harris becoming the first female Vice President. This election marked a significant moment, as it was the first time since 1992 that a challenger defeated an incumbent president. President Donald Trump contested the results, alleging electoral fraud and vowing to challenge the outcome in court.
- 2014: President Barack Obama orders the deployment of 1,500 additional troops to Iraq to support ongoing efforts against the Islamic State (ISIS) militants. These troops were tasked with training and advising Iraqi and Kurdish forces in their fight against the terrorist organization.
- 2011: The Swedish Enforcement Administration (Kronofogden) announced the planned sale of seven paintings previously attributed to Adolf Hitler, raising interest in the controversial art collection.
- 2010: Al-Shabaab, a Somali Islamist militant group, threatens retaliatory attacks against Burundi and Uganda for their participation in an African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia. Concurrent fighting in Mogadishu's capital resulted in seven fatalities.
- 2004: Howard Keel, a prominent American singer and actor known for his roles in musical theater and film, passed away. Born in 1919, Keel was a significant figure in mid-20th century entertainment.
- 1999: Dale Jarrett secured his NASCAR Winston Cup Series championship on November 7, 1999, marking a significant achievement in his racing career. Jarrett demonstrated exceptional skill and consistency throughout the season, ultimately clinching the prestigious title.
- 1998: John Glenn, a legendary astronaut and former U.S. Senator, returned to Earth aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery after a remarkable nine-day mission. At 77 years old, Glenn became the oldest person to fly in space, completing 134 orbits around the planet. This mission was particularly significant as it marked Glenn's return to space 36 years after his first orbital flight in 1962, demonstrating human endurance and the ongoing spirit of space exploration.
- 1996: The theatrical production '3 Sisters' opened at the prestigious Lunt-Fontanne Theater in New York City, marking an important moment in the Broadway theater season.
- 1993: Professional golfer Betsy King secured victory at the prestigious LPGA Toray Japan Queens Cup Golf Tournament, demonstrating her exceptional skill and consistency in women's professional golf during the early 1990s.
- 1988: In an exciting international baseball exhibition, the Major League Baseball All-Star team defeated the Japanese team 16-8 in Game 3 of a 7-game series, showcasing the high level of American baseball talent.
What famous birthdays are on November 7?
On November 7th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Albert Camus (1913)Albert Camus was a renowned French philosopher, author, and journalist who significantly influenced existentialist thought.
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David Guetta (1967)Renowned French DJ and music producer who has collaborated with numerous global pop and hip-hop artists, creating chart-topping electronic...
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Kamal Haasan (1954)Kamal Haasan is a legendary Indian actor, filmmaker, and politician who has won multiple national awards and is considered one of the most...
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Billy Graham (1918)Renowned American evangelical Christian preacher who significantly influenced religious broadcasting and spiritual counseling to multiple US...
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Anushka Shetty (1981)Anushka Shetty is a prominent Indian actress who rose to national fame through her powerful performances in Telugu and Tamil cinema,...
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Joan Sutherland (1926)Joan Sutherland was a legendary Australian operatic soprano known as 'La Stupenda', renowned for her extraordinary coloratura technique and...
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Marcus Luttrell (1975)Marcus Luttrell is a former US Navy SEAL who survived a harrowing mission in Afghanistan, immortalized in the book and film 'Lone Survivor'.
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Christopher Knight (1957)Best known as Peter Brady from the iconic TV series 'The Brady Bunch', Christopher Knight is a popular American actor and television...
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Su Pollard (1949)British comedian and actress famous for her role in the popular sitcom 'Hi-de-Hi!' She was a prominent comedic performer in British...
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Stephen Greenblatt (1943)Renowned Harvard professor and literary critic, known for his groundbreaking work in New Historicism and Shakespeare studies.
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Who died on November 7?
On November 7th the following celebrities died:
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Steve McQueen (1980)Iconic Hollywood actor known for his rugged masculinity and starring roles in classic films like 'Bullitt' and 'The Great Escape'.
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Dean Stockwell (2021)Acclaimed American actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, most famously starring in the science fiction series 'Quantum...
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Howard Keel (2004)Howard Keel was a renowned American actor and singer, famous for his roles in Hollywood musicals like 'Oklahoma!' and 'Seven Brides for...
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- Leonard Cohen (2016)
Iconic Canadian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist who became a Buddhist monk, known for his profound lyrical poetry and spiritual...
- Eleanor Roosevelt (1962)
First Lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945, and a prominent American politician, diplomat, and activist.
- Joe Frazier (2011)
Legendary heavyweight boxer who won Olympic gold in 1964 and became world champion.
What day of the year is November 7?
November 7th marks the 311th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 312th in case of leap years).
There are 54 days remaining until the end of the year.
November 7th is the 7th day of the month of November.
What day of the week is November 7?
On November 7th, 2025 the day of the week is Friday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day November 7?
The zodiac sign associated with November 7th is Scorpio according to the Western Zodiac.
