Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test
- KV Mechelen of Belgium win 28th European Cup Winner's Cup against Ajax of Netherlands 1-0 in Strasbourg
- NHL Clarence Campbell Conference Final: Edmonton Oilers beat Detroit Red Wings, 4 games to 1
Famous Birthdays
- Ace Hood [Antoine McColister], American rapper, born in Port St. Lucie, Florida
- Marek Pospieszalski, Polish avant-garde jazz saxophonist and composer, born in Częstochowa, Poland
Famous Deaths
Kim Philby (1912-1988)
British spy and Soviet mole who was a member of the "Cambridge Five", dies at 76
About May 11, 1988
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 35 years and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Anything For You - Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine
#1 Song: Perfect - Fairground Attraction
