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October 11th is marked by a diversity of observances and celebrations, reflecting the wide range of interests and social issues that resonate across communities worldwide. This date encompasses a variety of events.

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International Day of the Girl Child

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Advocating for girls' rights and highlighting gender inequalities worldwide.

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National Coming Out Day

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Encouraging honest self-disclosure and fostering acceptance, understanding, and support.

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World Egg Day

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Recognizing the importance and benefits of eggs in human nutrition.

Interesting Facts of October 11th

  1. 1. In 1890, the Daughters of the American Revolution was founded on October 11th. It's a nonprofit organization aimed at promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism.
  2. 2. Apollo 7, the first manned Apollo mission, was launched with astronauts Wally Schirra, Donn Eisele, and Walter Cunningham aboard on October 11th, 1968. This was an important step towards the eventual moon landing in July 1969.
  3. 3. The Outer Space Treaty, which forms the basis of international space law, came into force on October 11th, 1967. The treaty bars states party to it from placing weapons of mass destruction in Earth's orbit, installing them on the Moon or any other celestial body, or otherwise stationing them in outer space.
  4. 4. Eleanor Roosevelt, the longest-serving First Lady of the United States and a prominent advocate for the welfare of youth, women's rights, and human rights, was born on October 11th, 1884.