This Day in History, June 11

History & Quotes / June 11, 2026

On June 11th, 1184 B.C., it is believed that Troy was sacked and burned.

This Day in History, June 10

History & Quotes / June 10, 2026

On June 10th, 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous was founded.

This Day in History, June 9

History & Quotes / June 09, 2026

On June 9th, 1534, Jacques Cartier diescovered the St. Lawerence River.

This Day in History, June 8

History & Quotes / June 08, 2026

On June 8th, 1949, celebrities such as Danny Kaye and Helen Keller were named members of the Communist party during the Red Scare.

This Day in History, June 7

History & Quotes / June 07, 2026

On June 7th, 1099, the Siege of Jerusalem began.

This Day in History, June 6

History & Quotes / June 06, 2026

On June 6th, 1684, the Ashmoleon Museum opened as the first university museum.