37 fun facts for July, 11

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Summary
On July 11, noteworthy events include World Population Day, the publication of "To Kill a Mockingbird," and the first cultured pearl created by Kokichi Mikimoto. Famous birthdays include John Quincy Adams, Giorgio Armani, and Lil' Kim. This day also celebrates National Blueberry Muffin Day and National Rainier Cherry Day.
37 Fun facts
  1. July 11th is World Population Day, an annual event established in 1989 by the United Nations to raise awareness about global population issues, such as family planning, gender equality, and human rights.
  2. On July 11, 1804, the famous duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr took place in Weehawken, New Jersey, resulting in the death of Alexander Hamilton, a Founding Father of the United States.
  3. On this day in 1960, Harper Lee's famous novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" was first published, shedding light on racial injustice and moral growth in America's Deep South.
  4. In 1995, the Srebrenica massacre began in Bosnia, where over 8,000 Muslim men and boys were killed by Bosnian Serb forces. This tragic event is considered Europe's worst atrocity since World War II.
  5. Born on July 11, 1767, John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States, served from 1825 to 1829 and had a significant impact on American foreign policy.
  6. On July 11, 1893, the first cultured pearl was created by Kokichi Mikimoto in Japan, forever changing the pearl industry and making these precious gems more accessible to people worldwide.
  7. July 11th is also National Blueberry Muffin Day in the United States, a day dedicated to celebrating the delicious and nutritious treat that is the blueberry muffin.
  8. On this day in 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt became the first sitting US president to travel through the Panama Canal, an engineering marvel that plays a crucial role in global trade.
  9. In 1972, the first video game competition took place at Stanford University on July 11, with participants playing the game "Spacewar!" to win a subscription to Rolling Stone magazine.
  10. July 11, 1962, marked the first time live television images were successfully transmitted from the United States to Europe via satellite, with a broadcast featuring President John F. Kennedy.
  11. Charlie Chaplin's legendary character, the Tramp, made his last appearance on July 11, 1931, in the film "City Lights," as sound in films was becoming more popular.
  12. On July 11, 1961, the British government announced the opening of a new overseas military base, Camp Lemmonier, in Djibouti, situated on the Horn of Africa.
  13. On this day in 1997, the Thai government made a significant effort to reduce air pollution in Bangkok by enacting strict regulations on vehicle emissions.
  14. On July 11, 1995, the Grateful Dead performed their final concert with original member Jerry Garcia at Soldier Field in Chicago before Garcia's passing a month later.
  15. On this day in 2012, the first installation of an artificial heart transplant took place in France, marking a major advancement in medical technology.
  16. In 1921, Mongolia declared independence from China on July 11, following a series of political events that shifted the control of the country.
  17. The United Nations declared July 11, 2010, as the International Year of Chemistry, marking the importance of chemistry in the development of modern society.
  18. On this date in 2011, Neptune, the eighth planet from the Sun, completed its first full orbit since its discovery in 1846, taking approximately 164.8 Earth years to do so.
  19. Born on July 11, 1934, Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani established his prominent fashion empire, becoming a leading force in the fashion industry.
  20. On July 11, 1960, the Polaris missile was successfully launched for the first time from a submarine, paving the way for future underwater missile capabilities.
  21. In the United States, July 11th is also National Cheer Up the Lonely Day, a day dedicated to providing support and companionship to those who are feeling lonely or isolated.
  22. On this day in 1975, the Comoros gained independence from France, establishing a sovereign nation in the Indian Ocean.
  23. July 11, 2006, saw the shocking Mumbai train bombings in India, which left over 200 people dead and several hundred injured in a series of coordinated terrorist attacks.
  24. On this day in 1971, New Zealand's national men's rugby team, the All Blacks, participated in a historic match against the British and Irish Lions, resulting in a hard-fought victory for the All Blacks.
  25. In 1991, the solar eclipse of July 11 was the last major total solar eclipse visible from Hawaii until 2106, drawing astronomers and enthusiasts from around the world.
  26. Angel Falls in Venezuela, the world's highest waterfall, was first climbed on July 11, 1967, by Austrian mountaineer Josef Keglevich and his team.
  27. July 11, 1958, marked the opening of the first International House of Pancakes (IHOP) in Toluca Lake, California, which would later expand into a global restaurant chain.
  28. On July 11, 1972, the first all-female rock band to sign a record deal, Fanny, released their third studio album, "Fanny Hill," marking a significant milestone for women in music.
  29. Born on July 11, 1975, Lil' Kim (born Kimberly Denise Jones) is an influential rapper, singer, and actress known for her genre-defying style and groundbreaking talent in the male-dominated hip-hop industry.
  30. On this day in 1979, America's first space station, Skylab, reentered Earth's atmosphere, scattering debris across the Indian Ocean and Western Australia.
  31. In 1977, the Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States, was posthumously awarded to civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. on July 11.
  32. On this day in 1936, the Triborough Bridge in New York City was officially opened, offering a critical transportation link for the city.
  33. In 1986, the movie "Aliens," directed by James Cameron and starring Sigourney Weaver, premiered on July 11, continuing the successful science-fiction franchise.
  34. Born on July 11, 1972, Michael Rosenbaum is an American actor best known for his portrayal of Lex Luthor in the television series "Smallville."
  35. On July 11, 2017, the Greenland-sized iceberg Larsen C broke off from the Antarctic Peninsula, prompting concerns about the effects of climate change on ice shelves worldwide.
  36. In 1561, on this day, Mary Queen of Scots returned to Scotland after spending her childhood in France. Her tumultuous career as Scotland's sovereign would later lead to multiple imprisonments and eventual execution.
  37. July 11 is National Rainier Cherry Day in the United States, celebrating the delicious Rainier cherry, a unique variety known for its sweet taste and golden-hued skin with a red blush.

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