August 11: What Happened on This Day in History
August 11th marks the 223rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 224th in case of leap years). There are 142 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on August 11th in history, famous birthdays on August 11th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to August 11.
What happened on August 11?
Here's what happened on August 11th in history:
- 2023: Russia's Luna 25 lunar mission successfully launched from the Vostochny Cosmodrome, marking a significant milestone in the country's renewed lunar exploration efforts. This mission aims to explore the Moon's south polar region and search for potential water ice deposits.
- 2018: Intense fighting continued around the city of Ghazni during the ongoing War in Afghanistan, with strategic battles taking place in this critical urban center.
- 2013: Three American soldiers were killed in an attack in Afghanistan's eastern Paktia Province during the ongoing War in Afghanistan (2001-present).
- 2006: The United Nations Security Council unanimously accepted a resolution to end the 2006 Lebanon War, marking a significant diplomatic breakthrough in the conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
- 1991: Massive pro-democracy demonstration in Madagascar turns violent, with 400,000 protesters participating and 31 people tragically killed during the political upheaval.
- 1986: Professional golfer Bob Tway secured a remarkable victory at the 68th PGA Championship, held at the prestigious Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio. Tway demonstrated exceptional skill and composure, shooting a tournament total of 276 and defeating Greg Norman in a dramatic finish. His win was particularly memorable for a spectacular bunker shot on the final hole that sealed his championship.
- 1984: Remembrance of Alfred A. Knopf Sr., a prominent American publisher born in 1892, who made significant contributions to the publishing industry.
- 1983: On August 11, 1983, a series of tornadoes caused significant disruption in Kentucky. The first tornado, classified as an F1 on the Fujita scale, struck the Greenwood Trailer Park located on the northern outskirts of Bowling Green. This tornado resulted in multiple injuries and property damage. A second, less intense F0 tornado was also reported near Winchester, though precise details of its path and impact remain somewhat unclear. These events highlight the unpredictable and potentially dangerous nature of severe weather in the region.
- 1982: Terry Felton, a professional baseball player, extended his losing streak to 0-14, ultimately finishing his career with a record of 0-16, representing one of the most notable losing records in baseball history.
- 1978: The Catholic Church held the funeral services for Pope Paul VI, marking the end of his significant papal tenure and transition of leadership.
What famous birthdays are on August 11?
On August 11th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Chris Hemsworth (1983)Chris Hemsworth is an acclaimed Australian actor famous for portraying Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring in numerous...
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Hulk Hogan (1953)Hulk Hogan is a legendary professional wrestler who revolutionized the sport during the 1980s and 1990s.
![Viola Davis]()
Viola Davis (1965)Viola Davis is a groundbreaking African American actress who has won an Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award, making her the first Black actress to...
![Alex Haley]()
Alex Haley (1921)Alex Haley was an acclaimed American author and journalist who won the Pulitzer Prize for his groundbreaking book 'Roots', which traced the...
![Anna Gunn]()
Anna Gunn (1968)Emmy Award-winning actress best known for her role as Skyler White in the critically acclaimed TV series Breaking Bad.
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Arlene Dahl (1928)Arlene Dahl was a prominent American actress of the 1950s, known for her glamorous roles in Hollywood films like 'Journey to the Center of...
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Eric Carmen (1949)Eric Carmen is an American rock musician, best known as the lead singer of the power pop band Raspberries and for his successful solo...
![Alyson Stoner]()
Alyson Stoner (1993)Prominent American actress, dancer, and singer known for her roles in Disney Channel productions and music videos, who has also been an...
![Sophie Okonedo]()
Sophie Okonedo (1968)Acclaimed British actress known for her powerful performances in film and theater, including an Oscar nomination for Hotel Rwanda.
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Fernando Arrabal (1932)Renowned Spanish avant-garde playwright, novelist, and filmmaker who founded the Panic Movement in the 1960s, known for his surrealist and...
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Who died on August 11?
On August 11th the following celebrities died:
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Robin Williams (2014)Legendary comedian and actor who rose to fame through his improvisational comedy and iconic TV series 'Mork and Mindy'.
![Peter Cushing]()
Peter Cushing (1994)Iconic British actor known for memorable roles in horror films like Dracula and science fiction classics such as Star Wars, where he...
![Anne Heche]()
Anne Heche (2022)Acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles in television and film, including soap operas and independent movies.
![Anne Ramsey]()
Anne Ramsey (1988)Distinctive character actress known for memorable roles in films like 'Throw Momma from the Train' and 'The Goonies', with a unique gravelly...
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George Furth (2008)American playwright and actor best known for his collaborations with Neil Simon and his work in musical theater.
- Andrew Carnegie (1919)
Scottish-american industrialist who in 1899 consolidated his steel industries.
- Jackson Pollock (1956)
Jackson Pollock was a pioneering American abstract expressionist painter known for his revolutionary 'drip painting' technique.
- Edith Wharton (1937)
Edith Wharton was an American novelist, short story writer, and designer, known for her novels and short stories that explore themes of...
- Willi Forst (1980)
Prominent Austrian filmmaker of the mid-20th century who significantly contributed to German-language cinema during the interwar and...
What day of the year is August 11?
August 11th marks the 223rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 224th in case of leap years).
There are 142 days remaining until the end of the year.
August 11th is the 11th day of the month of August.
What day of the week is August 11?
On August 11th, 2025 the day of the week is Monday.
| August | 2025 | |||||
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| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
| 1 | 2 | 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 | 31 |
What zodiac sign is associated with the day August 11?
The zodiac sign associated with August 11th is Leo according to the Western Zodiac.
