Days Until January 11th
About January 11th
January 11th is one of 365 days on the calendar — and like every date, it has its own mix of facts, observances, and history. Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers and first Secretary of the Treasury, was born on January 11th (1755 or 1757). The countdown below shows how many days remain until the next January 11th, with notes on what the date is known for, the traditions associated with it, and notable events that have happened on this day.
📚 Interesting Facts
Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers and first Secretary of the Treasury, was born on January 11th (1755 or 1757)
People born on January 11th are Capricorn, with garnet as their birthstone and carnation as their birth flower
In 1922, Leonard Thompson became the first person to be injected with insulin on this date, revolutionizing diabetes treatment
On January 11, 1935, Amelia Earhart became the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California
This is the 11th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, with 354 days remaining until New Year's Eve (355 in leap years)
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
National Milk Day commemorates the first home delivery of milk in sterilized glass bottles in 1878
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day raises awareness and supports survivors of human trafficking
National Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day celebrates Samuel Morse's 1838 telegraph demonstration
Cigarettes Are Hazardous to Your Health Day marks the 1964 U.S. Surgeon General's landmark report on smoking
National Sunday Supper Day (second Sunday in January) encourages families to reconnect over home-cooked meals
📜 Historical Events on This Day
The Nika riots erupted in Constantinople between Blues and Greens chariot racing factions
Muhammad and his followers conquered Mecca, and the Quraysh surrendered
William Herschel discovered Titania and Oberon, two moons of Uranus
Alabama seceded from the Union, becoming the fourth state to do so before the American Civil War
Leonard Thompson became the first person to receive an insulin injection
Louis B. Mayer announced the creation of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Amelia Earhart became the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California
Franklin D. Roosevelt became the first U.S. president to travel on official business by airplane
The U.S. Surgeon General reported that smoking may lead to lung cancer
The term 'Silicon Valley' appeared for the first time in print in Electronic News magazine
Why Count Down to January 11th?
Whether you're planning ahead, celebrating a tradition, or marking a personal milestone, tracking the countdown to January 11th helps you prepare and build anticipation. Use CountDay.org to:
- Never miss important dates and plan accordingly
- Build excitement as the day approaches
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- Set reminders and prepare for celebrations
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