April 11th is officially Barbershop Quartet Day and Pet Day.
Today marks the 101st day of the year. We’re slowly getting through the year, but still have 264 days left in 2025.
Is this day a special one for you? If so, we’ve got our hands on some of the most important happenings all landing on April 11. We’ve covered inventions, music, law, movies, discoveries and so much more.
Did you know that on this day, April 11, 1900, the US Navy bought their first ever submarine? It was given the name USS Holland, or SS-1.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about April 11th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on April 11 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Jeremy Clarkson? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1960
Jeremy Clarkson
English Broadcaster
Age
65 years old
Born IN
England, UK
1993
Marcus Johns
American Actor
Age
32 years old
Born IN
Florida, USA
1996
Dele Alli
English Soccer Player
Age
29 years old
Born IN
England, UK
1969
Goldust
American Wrestler
Age
56 years old
Born IN
Texas, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
People who were born on April 11 all share the Aries zodiac sign.
Aries is represented by the ram and is the first sign in the zodiac. Anyone who was born between March 21st and April 19th falls into this astrological sign.
Those of you that were born in April have the Diamond birthstone. Wearing a diamond is said to make those born in April happier in relationships and more successful in life.
April’s primary birth flower, the daisy, symbolizes innocence and purity, reflecting the fresh outlook of those born this month. The secondary birth flower, the sweet pea, represents blissful pleasure and goodbyes.
If you were born on this day, it’s likely that you were conceived on July 19th in the previous year.
A baby that is conceived on April 11th, 2025, will be due next year around January 2nd.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, April 11th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1922 — 2007
Kurt Vonnegut
American Author Kurt Vonnegut was born on November 11, 1922. He died on this day in 2007, at age 84 in New York, USA.
Special Holidays
If you've got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
United States
National Submarine Day
For better or worse, submarines completely changed the way global warfare took place. However, they also allowed us to explore our oceans in great depth. Submarine Day is a day to read up on the history of these incredible machines and appreciate them.
United States
National Barbershop Quartet Day
A barbershop quartet is a group of four men singing to those having their hair cut at the barbers. Today is Barbershop Quartet Day, so why not celebrate by checking out some classic barber quartet songs online?
Fact Of The Day
Days Until
Your countdown to 2025's upcoming special days!
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