What Happened on April 11, 1902

Historical Events

  • Second Boer War: British forces defeat Boer commandos in Battle of Rooiwal, South Africa

Famous Birthdays

  • Quentin Reynolds, American newscaster (Its News to Me) and author (FBI), born in New York City (d. 1965)

Famous Deaths

  • General Jacobus Potgieter, South African Boer commander, dies in Second Boer War Battle of Rooiwal, South African Republic
Died in 1902 1902 Highlights

About April 11, 1902

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 122 years and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aries