2010⚡ Event
David Cameron becomes UK Prime Minister
David Cameron took office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats formed the country's first coalition government since World War II.
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What Happened on May 11?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 11 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on May 11(5)
2011⚡ Event
Earthquake strikes Lorca, Spain
An earthquake registering Mw 5.1 struck near Lorca, Spain. This was the worst earthquake to hit the region in over 50 years.
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2013⚡ Event
Reyhanlı car bombings
Two car bombs exploded in Reyhanlı, Turkey, resulting in 52 deaths and 140 injuries. The perpetrators of the attack remain unknown.
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2022⚡ Event
Shireen Abu Akleh killed in Jenin
Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was shot and killed while reporting on an Israel Defense Forces raid. The incident occurred in the Jenin Refugee Camp.
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2022⚡ Event
Civilians killed in Myanmar
Government troops killed 37 unarmed civilians in Mondaingbin during the Myanmar civil war. The killings were part of ongoing conflict in the region.
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Famous Birthdays on May 11(5)
1999🎂 Birth
Sabrina Carpenter born
Sabrina Carpenter, an American singer and actress, was born.
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Notable Deaths on May 11(5)
2019🕊️ Death
Peggy Lipton
Peggy Lipton, an American actress, model, and singer, passed away on May 11, 2019. She was born in 1946.
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2020🕊️ Death
Jerry Stiller
Jerry Stiller, an American comedian and actor, died on May 11, 2020. He was born in 1927.
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2021🕊️ Death
Colt Brennan
Colt Brennan, an American quarterback, died on May 11, 2021. He was born in 1983.
2021🕊️ Death
Norman Lloyd
Norman Lloyd, an American actor, producer, and director, passed away on May 11, 2021. He was born in 1914.
2024🕊️ Death
Susan Backlinie
Susan Backlinie, an American actress and stuntwoman, passed away on May 11, 2024. She was born in 1946.
May 11 in History
May 11 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2010 to the present day.
Major Events on May 11
Among the most notable events on May 11: David Cameron becomes UK Prime Minister (2010), Earthquake strikes Lorca, Spain (2011), Reyhanlı car bombings (2013). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 11
Notable figures born on May 11 include Sabrina Carpenter, Yūki Tsunoda, Wang Chuqin. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 11
Remembered figures who died on May 11 include Peggy Lipton, Jerry Stiller, Colt Brennan. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 11?
- May 11 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on May 11?
- One of the most notable events on May 11 is: David Cameron becomes UK Prime Minister.
- Who was born on May 11?
- Famous figures born on May 11 include Sabrina Carpenter, Yūki Tsunoda, Wang Chuqin.
- How many historical events happened on May 11?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 11, spanning centuries of world history.
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