Historical events for
Saturday, 11 July 2026

Born in 1915, actor famous for his roles in "The King and I" and "The Magnificent Seven".

Born in 1915, American composer known for works such as "Rhapsody in Blue."

Born in 1924, Brazilian physicist who contributed to the discovery of the pi meson (subatomic particles.

Born in 1934, Italian designer and founder of the Armani brand.

Born in 1958, Portuguese filmmaker known for his work in documentaries.

Born in 1959, musician and former guitarist for the band Bon Jovi.

Born in 1959, American singer and songwriter known for songs like "Luka."

Neal Acree (b. 1974) is an acclaimed American composer. With his rich and expansive cinematic style, his work in orchestrating and creating powerful themes for "World of Warcraft" and "StarCraft II" captivated millions of players across the globe.

Rachael Taylor (b. 1984) is a versatile and recognized Australian actress. She shined brightly in the series "Jessica Jones" as Trish Walker, the protagonist's loyal and ambitious best friend, having also left her mark in major Hollywood action blockbusters like "Transformers".

Birth of John Calvin, French theologian who carried out the Protestant Reformation, in the canton of Geneva.

Napoleon Bonaparte annexes the Netherlands to the French Empire.

The Paris Metro opens to the public as an attraction for the Universal Exhibition.

The Carmo Elevator, better known as the Santa Justa Elevator, designed by engineer Raul Mesnier de Ponsard, opens.

Premiere of the film “The Tramp”, by Charles Chaplin.

Born in 1927, American physicist known for building the first operable laser.

Constitutionalist revolution in Brazil against the dictatorship of Getúlio Vargas.

World War II.

The Soviet Union team wins the 1st European Championship (1st edition of the European Cup), by beating the Yugoslavian team 2-1, already in extra time, at the Parque dos Príncipes stadium, in Paris.

Today we celebrate the inauguration of Faro Airport, in the Algarve, on July 11, 1965. IATA Code: FAO.

The Assembly of the Republic ratifies Portugal's accession treaty to the EEC, with votes in favor from the PS, PSD, CDS, ASDI and UEDS, votes against from the PCP and Os Verdes. The MDP did not attend the session.

Former American Secretary of State Henry Kissinger admits to having learned about the invasion of East Timor in 1975, one day before the incident.

One of the darkest episodes in modern history, the Srebrenica massacre resulted in the death of thousands of Bosnian civilians. The event is internationally recognized as genocide and remains a tragic symbol.

Dies, aged 74, Maria de Lourdes Pintasilgo, chemical engineer, Prime Minister in the V Government, Ambassador of Portugal to UNESCO (1975-81), candidate for the Presidency of the Republic (1986), Member of the European Parliament (1986-91).

The Portuguese rugby sevens team became European champions for the seventh time, defeating France 12-05 in the final.

Georges Mathieu, French painter and creator of the lyrical abstraction movement, dies aged 91.

Portugal became European football champions for the first time in their history, beating hosts France 1-0 in the final, after extra time, in a match played at the Stade de France, in Saint Denis.

Promoting awareness of global population issues.

Celebrating the day of Saint Benedict, patron saint of Europe.

Second and final annual period of Manhattanhenge in New York City. The setting sun once again frames itself exactly within the city's urban grid, gathering thousands of observers on the main avenues for photography.

Third and final concert of BTS's residency at Stanford Stadium, California, consolidating the massive success of the "Arirang" world tour in North American territory during 2026.