This Day In European History
11th July
Events1533: Henry VIII is excommunicated by Pope Clement VII.
1588: King Henry III of France bows to the Catholic League's demands...but only until December, when he assassinates their leadership.
Births
1274: Robert I, the Bruce, King of Scotland.
1603: Kenelm Digby, English scientist.
1657: Elector Frederick I of Brandenburg and King of Prussia.
1697: Jean-Baptiste d'Anville, French geographer.
Deaths
969: St. Olga, Russian ruler.
1989: Lawrence Olivier, English actor.
