1. On June 11, 1775, North Carolina appointed its delegates to the Continental Congress, where they joined representatives from other colonies to draft the Declaration of Independence and guide the American Revolution.

2. In 1834, on this day, the state of North Carolina granted a charter to Davidson College. This small liberal arts institution is located in Davidson, NC, and has produced numerous business, political, and academic leaders.

3. On June 11, 1955, a massive hurricane hit North Carolina, causing widespread flooding and destruction. Known as Hurricane Connie, it killed over 70 people and caused extensive damage to farms and homes across the state.

4. One of North Carolina's most famous athletes, Michael Jordan, was born on June 11, 1963, in Brooklyn, NY. Jordan went on to play college basketball at UNC, where he helped lead the Tar Heels to the national championship in 1982.

5. In 2008, on June 11, the North Carolina Zoo welcomed a new addition to its family when a baby gorilla was born. This adorable primate would be named Bomassa and would become a crowd favorite at the zoo for years to come.