June 11

What happened on June 11 in history

3 events fall on June 11, from 1509 to 1963. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on June 11

  1. 1509

    Henry VIII marries Catherine of Aragon

    The first of six marriages takes place at Greenwich.

    Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

  2. 1770

    Captain Cook runs aground

    The Endeavour strikes the Great Barrier Reef and is nearly lost.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  3. 1963

    The Thích Quảng Đức self-immolation

    A monk burns himself at a Saigon crossroads in protest at religious persecution.

    Play the 20th century round