April 11: What Happened on This Day in History
April 11th marks the 101st day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 102nd in case of leap years). There are 264 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 11th in history, famous birthdays on April 11th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 11.
What happened on April 11?
Here's what happened on April 11th in history:
- 2018: During the ongoing Yemeni Crisis, the Royal Saudi Air Defense successfully intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Yemen over Riyadh, causing panic among residents. Houthi rebels claimed to have launched multiple Burkan-2 missiles targeting Saudi Arabian oil facilities, with two additional Qasef-1 drones being shot down near the border.
- 2017: The five-day candidate registration period begins for the Iranian presidential election scheduled for May 19, 2017. Candidates must complete their registration during this specified timeframe.
- 2016: Multiple suicide bombers launched a coordinated attack on a police station in Stavropol, Russia, causing significant security concerns in the region.
- 2015: Saudi Arabian air attacks hit southern Yemen, resulting in approximately 20 Houthi soldier deaths and two militia members. Saudi Arabia claims 500 rebels have been killed since the start of military operations in March. Simultaneously, India launched Operation Raahat, successfully evacuating 5,600 people, including 960 foreign nationals, from Yemen despite the active no-fly zone.
- 2012: Escalating tensions between Sudan and South Sudan, with Sudan claiming that South Sudan has taken control of Heglig, Sudan's largest oilfield, following a military battle.
- 2009: The Fourth East Asia Summit is postponed after Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva declares a state of emergency in Bangkok and surrounding areas due to significant political unrest.
- 1997: A significant magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Southern Xinjiang, causing widespread destruction. The seismic event resulted in at least 9 fatalities, 89 injuries, and left approximately 100,000 people homeless. Thousands of buildings were destroyed, highlighting the region's vulnerability to geological instability.
- 1992: Country music singer Lee Greenwood married Miss Tennessee 1989 in a notable celebrity wedding.
- 1989: Ron Hextall of the Philadelphia Flyers became the first goaltender in NHL history to score a playoff goal, marking a significant milestone in hockey history.
- 1976: Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs launch the Apple I computer, a pivotal moment in personal computing history. This groundbreaking microcomputer was sold as a circuit board and marked the beginning of Apple's revolutionary journey in technology.
What famous birthdays are on April 11?
On April 11th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Jeremy Clarkson (1960)Jeremy Clarkson is a famous British television presenter, journalist, and writer best known for his charismatic and often controversial...
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Joel Grey (1932)Renowned American actor, comedian, and dancer who won both Tony and Oscar awards for his iconic performance in 'Cabaret'.
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Lisa Stansfield (1966)Renowned British pop and soul singer known for her distinctive voice and international hit songs like 'All Around the World'.
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Vincent Gallo (1961)Provocative American independent filmmaker, actor, and musician known for challenging and unconventional films like 'Buffalo '66' and...
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Meshach Taylor (1947)American actor and comedian known for roles in 'Designing Women' and 'Hollywood Shuffle', who had a successful career in television and...
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Paul Douglas (1907)Paul Douglas was a prominent American actor known for his roles in classic films like 'Clash by Night', a notable performer in Hollywood's...
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Natacha Régnier (1972)Belgian actress known for her award-winning role in 'La Vie des Anges' at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival, where she shared the Best Actress...
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Morgan Lily (2000)Morgan Lily is an American actress known for her roles in films like 'X-Men: First Class' and '2012'.
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Peter Riegert (1947)American actor, director, and screenwriter known for iconic roles in 'Animal House' and 'Local Hero'.
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Marcus Johns (1993)Marcus Johns is an American social media influencer and comedian who gained popularity through short-form video platforms like Vine and...
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Who died on April 11?
On April 11th the following celebrities died:
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Kurt Vonnegut (2007)Kurt Vonnegut was a renowned American novelist and satirist, famous for his groundbreaking science fiction works like 'Slaughterhouse-Five'...
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Jonathan Winters (2013)Legendary American comedian and improvisation master known for his exceptional mimicry skills and groundbreaking comedy performances on...
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Harry Secombe (2001)Beloved British comedian, actor, and singer who was a key member of the legendary comedy troupe 'The Goons'.
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Cathy O'Donnell (1970)American actress known for her roles in classic Hollywood films during the 1940s and 1950s.
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- Maurice Hilleman (2005)
Maurice Hilleman was a groundbreaking microbiologist who saved millions of lives through his development of over 40 crucial vaccines.
- Corin Tellado (2009)
Prolific Spanish novelist and photonovel writer who authored over 4,000 books and sold more than 400 million copies.
- Maria Tallchief (2013)
America's first prima ballerina and a pioneering Native American dancer who revolutionized ballet in the United States during the mid-20th...
- Primo Levi (1987)
Renowned Holocaust survivor, Italian Jewish chemist, and writer who documented his experiences in Auschwitz concentration camp.
What day of the year is April 11?
April 11th marks the 101st day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 102nd in case of leap years).
There are 264 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 11th is the 11th day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 11?
The zodiac sign associated with April 11th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
