2001⚡ Event
Anna Kournikova worm released
The computer worm Anna Kournikova, which would affect millions of users worldwide, was released by a 20-year-old Dutch student.
technology
What Happened on February 11?
Discover 14 historical moments on February 11 — 4 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on February 11(4)
2008⚡ Event
2008 East Timorese assassination attempts
Rebel East Timorese soldiers invaded the homes of President José Ramos-Horta and Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão, seriously wounding the former.
politics
2015⚡ Event
Murder of Özgecan Aslan
Turkish student Özgecan Aslan was murdered during a rape attempt, sparking mass demonstrations across the country after her body was discovered two days later.
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2018⚡ Event
Saratov Airlines Flight 703 crash
Saratov Airlines Flight 703 crashed shortly after take-off in Russia due to icing conditions, killing all 71 people on board.
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Famous Birthdays on February 11(5)
Notable Deaths on February 11(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Donald Spoto
Donald Spoto, an American biographer, died on February 11, 2023. He was born in 1941.
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2024🕊️ Death
Allen J. Bard
Allen J. Bard, an American chemist, died on February 11, 2024. He was born in 1933.
science
February 11 in History
February 11 is home to 14 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 4 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2001 to the present day.
Major Events on February 11
Among the most notable events on February 11: Anna Kournikova worm released (2001), 2008 East Timorese assassination attempts (2008), Murder of Özgecan Aslan (2015). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on February 11
Notable figures born on February 11 include Trent Frederic, Josh Jacobs, Nassir Little. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on February 11
Remembered figures who died on February 11 include Donald Spoto, Allen J. Bard, Betsy Arakawa. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 11?
- February 11 is home to 14 recorded historical entries, including 4 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on February 11?
- One of the most notable events on February 11 is: Anna Kournikova worm released.
- Who was born on February 11?
- Famous figures born on February 11 include Trent Frederic, Josh Jacobs, Nassir Little.
- How many historical events happened on February 11?
- Our collection records 4 historical events on February 11, spanning centuries of world history.
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