May 11th in History

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May 11th in History

1709: Large numbers of Germans begin emigrating to North America
1931: During Spanish civil war, martial Law is announced in several Spanish cities
1949: Siam changes its name to Thailand
1949: Israel becomes a member of the United Nations

May 11th birthdays

1803: Hector Berlioz, French composer
1880: Irving Berlin, American composer
1931: Rupert Murdoch, Media tycoon
1963: Natasha Richardson, American Actress