Today In History, 11 March: What Happened On This Day?
by Kowsalya
Updated Mar 11, 2023
Today in History, 11 March
If you're looking to enrich your general knowledge while keeping yourself busy, we've got some fascinating facts for you. On this day in history, Michelle Bachelet was inaugurated as Chile's first female president, an American soldier killed 16 Afghan civilians, and the European Union implemented a ban on the sale of cosmetics tested on animals. Additionally, "The Black Panther" became the fifth Marvel movie to gross $1 billion worldwide, and Scott Hamilton emerged victorious in the Men's Figure Skating Championship in Helsinki. Read on to discover more interesting tidbits.
Historical Events on this Day
Sports Events Today
Art and Culture Events Today
Notable Deaths on this Day
S.No
Death year
Personality
1
1689
Sambhaji Shivaji Bhosale, the firstborn son of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire, served as its second Chhatrapati from 1681 to 1689.
2
1874
Charles Sumner, a prominent American politician in the 19th century, led the antislavery movement in Massachusetts.
3
1955
4
2010
Merlin Olsen was a former American football player and announcer who played as a defensive tackle for the Los Angeles Rams in the National Football League (NFL).
5
2016
Scottish biologist Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin from the mold "Penicillium notatum," paving the way for the development of antibiotic medicines.
Serbian actor Dragan Nikolic, known for his memorable performance as 'Alija' in The Falcon, received "The Pavle Vuisić" Award in recognition of his lifetime achievements in acting.
Famous Birthdays on this Day
S.No
Birth year
Personality
1
1885
British racer Malcolm Campbell set multiple world speed records on land and water, earning him recognition as a legendary figure in motorsport.
2
1916
Harold Wilson served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1964 to 1970 and again from 1974 to 1976. Widely regarded as a skilled politician, he was known for his ability to effectively handle complex political issues.
3
1963
English actress Alex Kingston gained prominence in the 1990s for her notable performances on television, particularly in popular shows such as ER and Doctor Who.
4
1971
Actor, filmmaker, and stunt performer Johnny Knoxville is widely recognized as one of the co-creators of the popular MTV reality stunt show 'Jackass'.
5
1983
6
1989
7
1993
English actress Jodie Comer was honored with a British Academy Television Award for Best Actress for her outstanding performance in the BBC America spy thriller, Killing Eve.
Lucy DeVito, best known for her performances in the TV sitcom 'Melissa and Joey' as 'Stephanie," and in movies like 'Leaves of Grass' and 'The Comedian'," is an American actress.
American actor Anton Yelchin, renowned for his portrayal of Pavel Chekov in the "Star Trek" reboot film series, had an extensive resume of acting credits in films and television, despite his untimely death.
Today in History, 11 March - FAQs
- In 1941, Bronko Nagurski became the wrestling champion by defeating Ray Steele in Minnesota.
- In 1983, Scott Hamilton won the Men's Figure Skating Championship in Helsinki.
- In 1984, Maryland defeated Duke by a score of 74-62 in the 31st ACC Men's Basketball Tournament.
- Sidney Poitier and Leslie Caron were awarded Golden Globe awards for their work in "The Cardinal" at the 21st Golden Globes in 1946.
- In 2008, Plácido Domingo was given the title of "The King of Singers" by BBC Music Magazine.
- The superhero film "The Black Panther" earned over $1 billion worldwide in 2018, making it the fifth Marvel movie to achieve this feat.