Famous Birthdays
- Eleazar Soria, Peruvian soccer defender (29 caps, Copa America 1975; Universitario, Independiente, Sporting Cristal), born in Lima, Peru (d. 2021)
- Madeline Manning-Mimms, American athlete (Olympic gold 800m 1968), born in Cleveland, Ohio
- Terry Goodkind, American epic fantasy novelist (The Sword of Truth), born in Omaha, Nebraska (d. 2020)
- Terry Williams, Welsh rock drummer (Man; Rockpile; Dire Straits, 1982-88), born in Swansea, Wales
1948 Highlights
About January 11, 1948
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
