What happened on October 11th in history?
1910 – Piloted by Arch Hoxsey, Theodore Roosevelt becomes the first U.S. president to fly in an airplane. 1912 – First Balkan War: The day after the Battle of Sarantaporo, Greek troops liberate the city of Kozani. 1942 – World War II: Off Guadalcanal, United States Navy ships intercept and defeat a Japanese force.
Is Oct 11 a special day?
In 2011, the United Nations declared October 11th as International Day of the Girl Child due to the advocacy seen around the world. The UN encourages increased activism.
Who was born on 11 October?
11. Here are some of the notable people celebrating birthdays today, including Cardi B, Daryl Hall, Emily Deschanel, Jane Krakowski, Matt Bomer, Michelle Wie, Steve Young and more.
Who is the most famous person born on October 11?
Amitabh Bachchan. Actor Amitabh Bachchan is 79.
What major events happened in 2010 Australia?
December
- 15 December – A boat carrying up to 80 asylum seekers crashes into a cliff face on Christmas Island, killing at least 30.
- 16–20 December – The Gascoyne River in Western Australia was affected by major flooding, inundating houses in Carnarvon.
What was happening in Canada in 2011?
August 20 – First Air Flight 6560 crashes near Resolute Bay killing 12 people and injuring 3 others. August 21 – A powerful F3 tornado sweeps through Goderich, killing one man and causing substantial damage. August 22 – Jack Layton, 61, the Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the NDP dies of cancer.