2011 (MMXI) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, the 2011th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 11th year of the 3rd millennium and the 21st century, and the 2nd year of the 2010s decade.
What happened and who was famous in 2011? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 2011.
Discover the most significant events of 2011, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this pivotal year
Major Events of 2011 - Historical Moments That Defined the Year ...
Discover the world-changing events that shaped 2011, from the death of Osama bin Laden, to natural disasters, technological milestones, and so much more!
2011: Facts & Events That Happened in This Year - The Fact Site
The decade-long manhunt for 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden ended in 2011 with his killing by U.S. Navy SEALs in Pakistan. Japan faced disaster with the Fukushima nuclear reactor meltdown.
In Bahrain, Special Security Force Command security forces launched a deadly pre-dawn raid on protesters in Pearl Roundabout in Manama, the day is locally known as Bloody Thursday (2011) Bloody Thursday.
Dec. 20, 2011 -- intro: It was a year of popular uprisings in Egypt, Libya, Syria, of devastation from drought and tsunami, and at home, of gridlock and stalemate in Washington.
2011 was an important year full of significant historical events that are still remembered today. From the Arab Spring to the death of Osama bin Laden, 2011 was a year of revolution, tragedy, and change.