February 11th is officially Make a Friend Day and Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day.
Today marks day 42 of the year, we still have a long way to go though, with 323 days left of the year. But let’s look on the bright side, we’re only 3 days away from Valentine’s Day!
This day was a particularly political day in years gone by, but there were also many discoveries and inventions. If you were born on this day you’ll love these facts and events.
Did you know that on this day in 1993, Janet Reno was appointed as US Attorney General by President Clinton? She was the first female to be appointed to that position.
Keep reading for more interesting facts about February 11th in history!
What Events Happened On February 11 In History?
2016 Researchers announced that gravitational waves had been discovered.
1998 A charity auction in Los Angeles saw the lyrics to “Candle in the Wind” sell to the highest bidder at a staggering $442,500.
1993 Janet Reno became the first female to be appointed US Attorney General by President Clinton.
1990 Nelson Mandela was released from prison after being incarcerated for 27 years in South Africa.
1978 China lifted the country’s ban on literature by Aristotle, Shakespeare, and Dickens.
1977 A 44 lb lobster was captured off the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada.
1975 Margaret Thatcher became the leader of the British Conservative Party.
1942 The comic book “Archie” was first published.
1878 The Boston Bicycle Club was formed, becoming the first cycling club in the United States.
1809 A steamboat patent was granted to the American engineer and inventor Robert Fulton.
1543 The Holy Emperor Charles V and King Henry VIII of England became allies against France.
660 BC Japan was founded by its legendary first emperor, Emperor Jimmu.
Famous People Born On February 11
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Jennifer Aniston? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1969 Jennifer Aniston
American Actress
- Age:
- 53 years old
- Born In:
- California, USA
1992 Taylor Lautner
American Actor
- Age:
- 30 years old
- Born In:
- Michigan, USA
1847 Thomas A. Edison
American Inventor
- Died On:
- Oct 18, 1931 (Age 84)
- Born In:
- Ohio, USA
1926 Leslie Nielsen
Canadian Actor
- Died On:
- Nov 28, 2010 (Age 84)
- Born In:
- Saskatchewan, Canada
Special Holidays On February 11
If you’re looking to try something new today, here are some special holidays that might just give you an idea.
National Make a Friend Day
Having friends plays an essential role in living a healthy and fulfilling life. It’s Make a Friend Day today, so why not join a new group and make some new connections... you never know; maybe you’ll even find the one.
National Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day
Whether you take today literally or figuratively, that’s up to you, but Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day is about promoting a positive attitude. So, whatever you do today, try and look over the bright side of things - even if you do spill the last of your milk before making coffee!
February 11 Birthday Facts, Zodiac & Birthstone
Everyone who was born on this day shares the zodiac sign of Aquarius.
Aquarius is represented by the water-bearer and is the eleventh sign in the zodiac. Anyone who was born between January 20 and February 18 falls into this astrological sign.
All those born in the month of February have the Amethyst birthstone. Amethyst signifies peace, serenity, and royalty. Wearing this birthstone during this month can help strengthen relationships and provide courage when it’s needed.
If you were born on February 11, you would likely have been conceived on or around May 21 of the previous year.
