March 11 On This Day in History Timeline
Historical figures and notable personalities born or commemorated on March 11 (03-11) in the 2Day Chrono-Wiki archive.
Notable Figures on March 11 (11)
- 1982 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament (Born: 1982-03-11) — The 44th annual NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.
- Alexander Fleming (Died: 1955-03-11) — Pioneering microbiologist known for the discovery of penicillin, revolutionizing medicine.
- Astor Piazzolla (Born: 1921-03-11) — Revolutionary Argentine composer who forged the 'nuevo tango' genre.
- Bobby McFerrin (Born: 1950-03-11) — Improvisational vocal master known for a cappella hits and unique vocal techniques.
- Jodie Comer (Born: 1993-03-11) — Acclaimed English actress known for roles in Killing Eve, Help, and Broadway triumphs.
- Johnny Knoxville (Born: 1971-03-11) — Stunt performer and actor, best known for co-creating and starring in the Jackass franchise.
- Philo Farnsworth (Died: 1971-03-11) — Pioneering inventor who patented the first television system and developed the image dissector.
- Rajaraja I (Born: 947-03-11) — Great Chola Emperor who expanded the empire across South India and the Indian Ocean.
- Rupert Murdoch (Born: 1931-03-11) — Global media mogul who built a vast empire through News Corp.
- Slobodan Milošević (Died: 2006-03-11) — Yugoslav and Serbian politician, key figure in the Yugoslav Wars and state leadership.
- Thora Birch (Born: 1982-03-11) — American actress known for roles in Hocus Pocus, American Beauty, and Ghost World.