In History, Today on November 11

World leaders gathered in Paris to mark the centenary of the end of World War I. The event was attended by numerous heads of state and government, emphasizing the importance of peace and remembrance.

India and the United Kingdom signed a series of agreements to strengthen economic and defense ties during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the UK. This included deals in the fields of finance, defense, and nuclear energy.

As part of the European Space Agency's Rosetta mission, the Philae lander successfully landed on comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko marking the first time a spacecraft landed on a comet.

The video game 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim' was released, becoming one of the most critically acclaimed and best-selling video games of all time. It had a significant impact on the gaming industry and popular culture.

The RMS Queen Elizabeth 2, one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, made its final voyage, arriving in Dubai to become a floating hotel and museum. The ship had been in service since 1969 and was a symbol of luxury travel.

A major earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 struck off the coast of northern Sumatra, Indonesia. Fortunately, there were no reports of casualties or serious damage.

The death of Yasser Arafat, the longtime leader of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Palestinian National Authority, was officially announced. His passing marked the end of an era in Palestinian politics and opened the door for new leadership and potential shifts in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The National Museum of Australia Act came into effect, establishing the National Museum of Australia, which focuses on three main themes: land, nation, and people.

The Church of England voted to allow women to be ordained as priests, a landmark decision in the history of the Anglican Church.

Vincent van Gogh's painting 'Irises' sold for a record $53.9 million at Sotheby's auction in New York.

Antigua and Barbuda joined the United Nations as a member state, following its independence from the United Kingdom.

Angola gained independence from Portugal, marking the end of Portuguese colonial rule in Africa and the beginning of a prolonged civil war.

Rhodesia, led by Prime Minister Ian Smith, declared its Unilateral Declaration of Independence from the United Kingdom, leading to international isolation and conflict.

The popular leader of the Free French Forces, Charles de Gaulle, was designated President of the Provisional Government of the French Republic.

During World War II, Nazi Germany completed the occupation of Vichy France following the Allied landings in North Africa during Operation Torch.

The German cruiser Atlantis, disguised as a merchant ship, captured the British ship SS Automedon in the Indian Ocean.

Following Kristallnacht, the German government issued the 'Decree on the Elimination of the Jews from Economic Life,' which barred Jews from operating businesses and excluded them from economic life.

Patent number US1781541 was granted to Albert Einstein and Leó Szilárd for their invention of a refrigerator, showcasing their contributions beyond theoretical physics.

Adolf Hitler was arrested for his role in the Beer Hall Putsch, a failed coup attempt in Munich.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, USA, as a tribute to unidentified soldiers who died in World War I.

World War I ended with the signing of the Armistice of Compiègne between the Allies and Germany, marking a victory for the Allies and a defeat for Germany.

Washington was admitted as the 42nd state of the United States, expanding the nation's territory in the Pacific Northwest.

The 'Charge of the Light Brigade' was reported in The Times newspaper, bringing detailed accounts of the battle to the public.

Nat Turner, leader of a slave rebellion in Virginia, was tried, convicted, and hanged, marking a pivotal moment in the history of American slavery and resistance.

The Battle of Crysler's Farm, part of the War of 1812, took place. British and Canadian forces defeated American troops.

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz demonstrated integral calculus for the first time to the Royal Society in London.

The Mayflower Compact was signed by Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in Provincetown Harbor, laying the foundation for self-governance in the Plymouth Colony.

Tycho Brahe observed the supernova SN 1572 from Herrevad Abbey, recording one of the most famous celestial events of the second millennium, which challenged the prevailing Aristotelian view of an unchangeable universe.

On this day, Martin V was elected Pope, bringing an end to the Western Schism, a split within the Catholic Church in which three men simultaneously claimed to be the true pope.

The Battle of Morgarten occurred, where the Swiss Confederation scored a decisive victory over the Austrian forces of the Habsburgs. This battle is often seen as the birth of the Swiss nation, strengthening Swiss unity and independence.

The Fourth Lateran Council convened by Pope Innocent III began in Rome. This council was significant for its comprehensive reforms of the Church and its doctrines, including the definition of transubstantiation.

Although slightly beyond the year 1000, it is notable that on this date, future Byzantine Emperor Romanos III Argyros was married to Empress Zoe, marking a significant political alliance.

Charles the Fat, the last Carolingian Emperor, was deposed by the nobles of East Francia, leading to the eventual division of the Carolingian Empire.

Death of Martin of Tours, a prominent Christian bishop and saint, known for his role in spreading Christianity in Gaul.

The Conference of Carnuntum was convened by Roman Emperor Diocletian, along with his co-emperors Galerius and Maximian, to address the political instability within the Roman Empire. This meeting led to the reaffirmation of the Tetrarchy system, which divided the empire into four regions each ruled by a co-emperor.