Bolesław I the Brave is crowned in Gniezno, becoming the first King of Poland
Bolesław I the Brave (967 – 17 June 1025), less often known as Bolesław the Great, was Duke of Poland from 992 to 1025 and the first King of Poland in 1025.
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Historical Events on April 18
The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning "the regulars are coming out!"
Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning "the regulars are coming out!" [1]
George Washington issues General Orders announcing the end of hostilities with Britain in the American Revolutionary War
George Washington issues General Orders announcing the end of hostilities with Britain in the American Revolutionary War, giving thanks to the Almighty, offering congratulations, and authorizing an extra ration of alcohol to the troops to celebrate [1]
San Francisco earthquake and fire kills nearly 4,000 while destroying 75% of the city
The 1906 San Francisco earthquake was a major earthquake which struck the coast of Northern California at 05:12 am Pacific Standard Time on Wednesday, April 18, 1906.
Joan of Arc receives beatification by the Roman Catholic Church at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
Joan of Arc receives beatification by the Roman Catholic Church at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
Superman first appears in DC Comics' Action Comics Series Issue #1, dated June 1938
Action Comics is an American comic book/magazine series that introduced Superman, one of the first major superhero characters.
Egyptian Colonel Gamal Abdel Nasser seizes power and appoints himself Prime Minister
Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein (15 January 1918 – 28 September 1970) was an Egyptian military officer and revolutionary who served as the second president of Egypt from 1954 until his death in 1970.
“Black Panther” is the first film shown at a commercial cinema in 35 years in Saudi Arabia as cinemas are reopened
“Black Panther” is the first film shown at a commercial cinema in 35 years in Saudi Arabia as cinemas are reopened
"Wham!" become the first western pop act to release an album in China
Wham! were an English pop duo formed in Bushey in 1981 consisting of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.
First run of 2,000 guineas horse race at Newmarket, England
First run of 2,000 guineas horse race at Newmarket, England
Albert VII Archduke of Austria marries his cousin Isabella, daughter of Philip II of Spain
Albert VII (German: Albrecht VII; 13 November 1559 – 13 July 1621) was the ruling Archduke of Austria for a few months in 1619 and, jointly with his wife, Isabella Clara Eugenia, sovereign of the…
American "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles M. Schulz (28) weds Joyce Halverson; divorce in 1972
American "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles M. Schulz (28) weds Joyce Halverson; divorce in 1972
American film actress Grace Kelly (26) weds Prince Rainier III of Monaco (33) in a civil ceremony at the Prince's Palace
American film actress Grace Kelly (26) weds Prince Rainier III of Monaco (33) in a civil ceremony at the Prince's Palace in Monaco-Ville, Monaco
Roseanne Barr Arnold files for divorce from Tom Arnold
Thomas Duane Arnold is an American actor and comedian. He is best known for playing Arnie Thomas on Roseanne, which starred his ex-wife Roseanne Barr.
St. Eusebius begins his reign as Catholic Pope
St. Eusebius begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Bona Sforza is crowned queen consort of Poland
Bona Sforza (2 February 1494 – 19 November 1557) was Queen of Poland and Grand Duchess of Lithuania as the second wife of Sigismund the Old, and Duchess of Bari and Rossano by her own right.
Maurice of Saxony occupies the city of Linz
Maurice of Saxony occupies the city of Linz
Osman declares war on Austria
Osman declares war on Austria
Sudbury, Massachusetts, attacked by Indians
The Sudbury Fight (April 21, 1676) was a battle of King Philip's War, fought in what is today Sudbury and Wayland, Massachusetts, when approximately five hundred Wampanoag, Nipmuc, and Narragansett...
"Germantown Quaker Petition Against Slavery": Francis Daniel Pastorius presents 1st formal written protest against Afric
"Germantown Quaker Petition Against Slavery": Francis Daniel Pastorius presents 1st formal written protest against African-American slavery in English colonies in Germantown, Pennsylvania
Real Academia de la Historia ("Royal Academy of History") founded in Madrid
Real Academia de la Historia ("Royal Academy of History") founded in Madrid
France & Austria sign ceasefire
France & Austria sign ceasefire
Whaling ship the Manhattan captained by Mercator Cooper is the first ship officially permitted visit Edo, Japan, in 220
Whaling ship the Manhattan captained by Mercator Cooper is the first ship officially permitted visit Edo, Japan, in 220 years rescuing shipwrecked sailors
American victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo opens the way for invasion of Mexico
American victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo opens the way for invasion of Mexico
Russian Chancellor Count Nesselrode resigns
Russian Chancellor Count Nesselrode resigns
Battle of Fort Jackson, Fort St Philip & New Orlean's, Louisiana
New Orleans (commonly known as NOLA or The Big Easy among other nicknames) is a consolidated city-parish located along the Mississippi River in the U.S. state of Louisiana.
Battle of Dybbøl: Denmark is defeated by Prussian and Austrian forces storming Dybbol fort in the deciding battle of the
Battle of Dybbøl: Denmark is defeated by Prussian and Austrian forces storming Dybbol fort in the deciding battle of the Second Schleswig War
San Francisco Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals forms in San Francisco, California
San Francisco Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals forms in San Francisco, California
1st international cricket match, held in San Francisco, won by California
1st international cricket match, held in San Francisco, won by California
Daniel O'Leary completes a 500 mile walk in 139 hrs 32 min
Daniel O'Leary completes a 500 mile walk in 139 hrs 32 min
Trial of Standing Bear-Crook on Native American citizenship rights begins
Trial of Standing Bear-Crook on Native American citizenship rights begins
F4 tornado strikes Marshfield in Missouri, killing 99 people and injuring 100
F4 tornado strikes Marshfield in Missouri, killing 99 people and injuring 100
Natural History Museum opens in South Kensington, England
Natural History Museum opens in South Kensington, England
NY Commission of Emigration ends, closing Castle Garden, NYC (now known as Castle Clinton) [1]
NY Commission of Emigration ends, closing Castle Garden, NYC (now known as Castle Clinton) [1]
John McGraw, at 26, has his managerial debut as Oriole manager
John Joseph McGraw (April 7, 1873 – February 25, 1934) was an American Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager who was for almost thirty years manager of the New York Giants.
L'Humanité, under Jean Jaurès, begins publication
L'Humanité, under Jean Jaurès, begins publication
Augustus Thomas' "Witching Hour" premieres in NYC
Augustus Thomas' "Witching Hour" premieres in NYC
Cunard liner RMS Carpathia brings 705 survivors from the RMS Titanic to New York City
RMS Titanic was a British ocean liner that sank in the early hours of 15 April 1912 as a result of striking an iceberg on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, United States.
French pilot Roland Garros is shot down and glides to a landing on the German side of the lines during World War I
French pilot Roland Garros is shot down and glides to a landing on the German side of the lines during World War I
Junior Achievement incorporated in Colorado Springs
Junior Achievement incorporated in Colorado Springs
Netherlands soccer team defeats Denmark 2-0
The Australia men's national soccer team represents Australia in international men's soccer.
74,000 (62,281 paid) on hand for opening of Yankee Stadium
74,000 (62,281 paid) on hand for opening of Yankee Stadium
1st crossword puzzle book published by Simon & Schuster
1st crossword puzzle book published by Simon & Schuster
World's Fair opens in Chicago
Chicago is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Illinois and in the Midwestern United States.
Rhein Stadium opens in Dusseldorf, Germany
Rhein Stadium opens in Dusseldorf, Germany
Palace for People's industry in Amsterdam devastated by fire
Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. It has a population of 933,680 in June 2024 within the city proper, 1,457,018 in the urban area and 2,480,394 in the metropolitan area.
Attempted raid on the armoury of police and auxiliary forces in Chittagong in Bengal province, British India by armed pr
Attempted raid on the armoury of police and auxiliary forces in Chittagong in Bengal province, British India by armed pro-independence revolutionaries led by Surya Sen popularly known as Master-da
Gen Sarazen's double eagle on 15th, wins him his 2nd Masters
Gen Sarazen's double eagle on 15th, wins him his 2nd Masters
Pan-Am Clipper begins regular passenger flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Pan-Am Clipper begins regular passenger flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Headless Mad Butcher victim found in Cleveland
Headless Mad Butcher victim found in Cleveland
"Stars & Stripes" paper for US armed forces starts
"Stars & Stripes" paper for US armed forces starts
1 armed outfielder, St Louis Brown Pete Gray, 1st game he goes 1 for 4
1 armed outfielder, St Louis Brown Pete Gray, 1st game he goes 1 for 4
International Court of Justice opens at The Hague Netherlands
The International Court of Justice (ICJ; French: Cour internationale de justice, CIJ), or colloquially the World Court, is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN).
Republic of Ireland withdraws from British Commonwealth
The Commonwealth of Nations, often referred to as the British Commonwealth or simply the Commonwealth, is an international association of 56 member states, the vast majority of which are former...
1st opening night-game, Cards beat Pirates, 4-2
1st opening night-game, Cards beat Pirates, 4-2
Dutch Antilles government of Da Costa Gomez forms
Dutch Antilles government of Da Costa Gomez forms
1st "Walk"/"Don't Walk" lighted street signals installed
1st "Walk"/"Don't Walk" lighted street signals installed
Egypt & Israel agree to a cease fire
Israel, officially the State of Israel, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia.
Stanley Cup Final, Montreal Forum, Montreal, Quebec: Montreal Canadiens' 4th straight title; beat Toronto Maple Leafs, 5
Stanley Cup Final, Montreal Forum, Montreal, Quebec: Montreal Canadiens' 4th straight title; beat Toronto Maple Leafs, 5-3 for a 4-1 series win
CONCP is founded in Casablanca as a united front of African movements opposing Portuguese colonial rule
CONCP is founded in Casablanca as a united front of African movements opposing Portuguese colonial rule
Dr James Campbell performed the 1st human nerve transplant
Dr James Campbell performed the 1st human nerve transplant
Artisans strike in Belgium ends
Artisans strike in Belgium ends
Jonathan Frid makes his 1st appearance as 200-year-old vampire Barnabas Collins on TV's "Dark Shadows", show becomes a h
Jonathan Frid makes his 1st appearance as 200-year-old vampire Barnabas Collins on TV's "Dark Shadows", show becomes a huge hit
,000 employees of US Bell Telephone System go on strike
,000 employees of US Bell Telephone System go on strike
Greek actress and activist Melina Mercouri establishes Greek Aid Fund
Greek actress and activist Melina Mercouri establishes Greek Aid Fund
The Widgery Report on 'Bloody Sunday' in Northern Ireland is published, causing outrage among the people of Derry who ca
The Widgery Report on 'Bloody Sunday' in Northern Ireland is published, causing outrage among the people of Derry who call it the "Widgery Whitewash"
Red Brigade kidnaps Italian attorney general Mario Sossi
Red Brigade kidnaps Italian attorney general Mario Sossi
30th Tony Awards: "Travesties" (play) & "A Chorus Line" (musical) win
The 30th Annual Tony Awards was held at the Shubert Theatre on April 18, 1976, and broadcast by ABC television. Hosts were Eddie Albert, Richard Burton, Jane Fonda, Diana Rigg, George C.
Senate votes to turn Panama Canal over to Panama on Dec 31, 1999
The United States Senate election of 1978 in Massachusetts was held on November 7, 1978, with the incumbent Republican Senator Edward Brooke being defeated by Democratic Congressman Paul...
"Real People" premieres on NBC TV
"Real People" premieres on NBC TV
Zimbabwe (formerly Southern Rhodesia) declares independence from the United Kingdom
Rhodesia, officially the Republic of Rhodesia from 1970, was an unrecognised country in Southern Africa that existed from 1965 to 1979.
Longest game in Professional Baseball: Pawtucket Red Sox tie Rochester Red Wings 2-2 in 32 innings (game resumed 23rd Ju
Longest game in Professional Baseball: Pawtucket Red Sox tie Rochester Red Wings 2-2 in 32 innings (game resumed 23rd June)
Atlanta Braves win record 11th straight opening game (beat Astros)
Atlanta Braves win record 11th straight opening game (beat Astros)
A lone suicide bomber kills 63, at US Embassy in Lebanon
A lone suicide bomber kills 63, at US Embassy in Lebanon
Joan Benoit runs world record female marathon (2:22:43)
The marathon is a long-distance foot race with a distance of 42.195 kilometres (26 mi 385 yd), usually run as a road race, but the distance can be covered on trail routes.
IBM produces 1st megabit-chip
IBM produces 1st megabit-chip
Bettino Craxi resigns as Prime Minister of Italy
Benedetto "Bettino" Craxi was an Italian politician and statesman, leader of the Italian Socialist Party (PSI) from 1976 to 1993, and the 45th prime minister of Italy from 1983 to 1987.
Bankruptcy court forces Frank Lorenzo to give up Eastern Airlines
Bankruptcy court forces Frank Lorenzo to give up Eastern Airlines
Congress ends railroad worker 1 day strike
Congress ends railroad worker 1 day strike
Start of South Africa's 1st Test Cricket since 1970 (v WI Bridgetown)
Start of South Africa's 1st Test Cricket since 1970 (v WI Bridgetown)
Houston Post folds after 116 years
The Houston Rockets are an American professional basketball team based in Houston, Texas.
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana.
The Supreme Court of the United States upholds the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act in a 5-4 decision
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is the highest court in the federal judiciary of the United States. It has ultimate appellate jurisdiction over all U.S.
NBA owners give approval of a potential Seattle SuperSonics' relocation to Oklahoma City in a 28–2 vote by the Board of
NBA owners give approval of a potential Seattle SuperSonics' relocation to Oklahoma City in a 28–2 vote by the Board of Governors
The Casoria Contemporary Art Museum in Naples begins burning artworks after cultural institution budget cuts
The Casoria Contemporary Art Museum in Naples begins burning artworks after cultural institution budget cuts
12 Nepalese climbers are killed by an avalanche on Mt Everest
On 18 April 2014, seracs on the western spur of Mount Everest failed, resulting in an ice avalanche that killed sixteen climbing Sherpas in the Khumbu Icefall.
British Prime Minister Teresa May announces she will seek a "snap" election
Theresa Mary May, Baroness May of Maidenhead, is a British politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 2016 to 2019.
Protests begin in Managua, Nicaragua, over proposed changes to social security, protesters beaten by suspected pro-gover
Protests begin in Managua, Nicaragua, over proposed changes to social security, protesters beaten by suspected pro-government gangs
Irish Journalist Lyra McKee shot to death covering riots in Derry, Northern Ireland with dissident republican group the
Irish Journalist Lyra McKee shot to death covering riots in Derry, Northern Ireland with dissident republican group the New IRA claiming responsibility
12-team European Super League is announced to widespread condemnation amongst governments, non-involved clubs, press and
12-team European Super League is announced to widespread condemnation amongst governments, non-involved clubs, press and fans; amidst the furore all 6 EPL clubs withdraw within 3 days
Russia begins a major new offensive in Donbas, during their invasion of Ukraine [1]
In March and April 2021, prior to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Russian Armed Forces began massing thousands of personnel and military equipment near Russia's border with Ukraine and in...
Fox News settles lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million, moments before trial, with Fox admitting it ha
Fox News settles lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million, moments before trial, with Fox admitting it had defamed Dominion during US 2020 election by broadcasting conspiracy theories [1]
Fossil evidence of the largest known snake 11-15 meters long named Vasuki indicus, 66 million years old, published from
Fossil evidence of the largest known snake 11-15 meters long named Vasuki indicus, 66 million years old, published from a mine in Panandhro, western India [1]
Famous Births on April 18
birth
Lucrezia Borgia is born
Lucrezia Borgia, Italian spanish-italian duchess-consort of ferrara, modena and reggio, known for spanish-italian duchess-consort of ferrara, modena and reggio, was born on 1480-04-18.
birth
Samuel P. Huntington is born
Samuel P. Huntington, American political scientist and academic, known for american political scientist and academic, was born on 1927-04-18.
birth
Robert Hanssen is born
Robert Hanssen, American double agent and spy, known for american double agent and spy, was born on 1944-04-18.
birth
Andrew Ng is born
Andrew Ng is born
birth
Leopold Stokowski is born
Leopold Stokowski, British conductor, known for british conductor, was born on 1882-04-18.
birth
James Woods is born
James Woods, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1948-04-18. James Howard Woods is an American actor.
birth
John James is born
John James, American actor and producer, known for american actor and producer, was born on 1957-04-18.
birth
Conan O'Brien is born
Conan O'Brien, American television host, comedian, and writer, known for american television host, comedian, and writer, was born on 1964-04-18.
birth
David Tennant is born
David Tennant, Scottish actor, known for scottish actor, was born on 1972-04-18. David John Tennant (né McDonald; born 18 April 1971) is a Scottish actor.
birth
Melissa Joan Hart is born
Melissa Joan Hart, American actress, director and producer, known for american actress, director and producer, was born on 1977-04-18. Melissa Joan Hart is an American actress, director and producer.
Notable Deaths on April 18
death
Charles Ebbets dies
Charles Ebbets sports executive, known for american sports executive, died on 1925-04-18. Charles Henry Ebbets, Sr.
death
Thor Heyerdahl dies
Thor Heyerdahl, Norwegian anthropologist and adventurer, known for norwegian anthropologist and adventurer, died on 2002-04-18.
death
Dick Clark dies
Dick Clark, American radio and television personality, known for american radio and television personality, died on 2012-04-18.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 18, 1025?
- Bolesław I the Brave (967 – 17 June 1025), less often known as Bolesław the Great, was Duke of Poland from 992 to 1025 and the first King of Poland in 1025.
- What happened on April 18, 1506?
- The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
- What happened on April 18, 1775?
- Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning "the regulars are coming out!" [1]
- What happened on April 18, 1783?
- George Washington issues General Orders announcing the end of hostilities with Britain in the American Revolutionary War, giving thanks to the Almighty, offering congratulations, and authorizing an extra ration of alcohol to the troops to celebrate [1]
- What happened on April 18, 1906?
- The 1906 San Francisco earthquake was a major earthquake which struck the coast of Northern California at 05:12 am Pacific Standard Time on Wednesday, April 18, 1906.
Complete Timeline — April 18 Through the Ages
St. Eusebius begins his reign as Catholic Pope
St. Eusebius begins his reign as Catholic Pope
Bolesław I the Brave is crowned in Gniezno, becoming the first King of Poland
Bolesław I the Brave (967 – 17 June 1025), less often known as Bolesław the Great, was Duke of Poland from 992 to 1025 and the first King of Poland in 1025.
Lucrezia Borgia is born
Lucrezia Borgia, Italian spanish-italian duchess-consort of ferrara, modena and reggio, known for spanish-italian duchess-consort of ferrara, modena and reggio, was born on 1480-04-18.
The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
The cornerstone of the current St. Peter's Basilica is laid in the Vatican by Pope Julius II
Bona Sforza is crowned queen consort of Poland
Bona Sforza (2 February 1494 – 19 November 1557) was Queen of Poland and Grand Duchess of Lithuania as the second wife of Sigismund the Old, and Duchess of Bari and Rossano by her own right.
Maurice of Saxony occupies the city of Linz
Maurice of Saxony occupies the city of Linz
Albert VII Archduke of Austria marries his cousin Isabella, daughter of Philip II of Spain
Albert VII (German: Albrecht VII; 13 November 1559 – 13 July 1621) was the ruling Archduke of Austria for a few months in 1619 and, jointly with his wife, Isabella Clara Eugenia, sovereign of the…
Osman declares war on Austria
Osman declares war on Austria
Sudbury, Massachusetts, attacked by Indians
The Sudbury Fight (April 21, 1676) was a battle of King Philip's War, fought in what is today Sudbury and Wayland, Massachusetts, when approximately five hundred Wampanoag, Nipmuc, and Narragansett...
"Germantown Quaker Petition Against Slavery": Francis Daniel Pastorius presents 1st formal written protest against Afric
"Germantown Quaker Petition Against Slavery": Francis Daniel Pastorius presents 1st formal written protest against African-American slavery in English colonies in Germantown, Pennsylvania
Real Academia de la Historia ("Royal Academy of History") founded in Madrid
Real Academia de la Historia ("Royal Academy of History") founded in Madrid
Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning "the regulars are coming out!"
Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott ride from Charlestown to Lexington warning "the regulars are coming out!" [1]
George Washington issues General Orders announcing the end of hostilities with Britain in the American Revolutionary War
George Washington issues General Orders announcing the end of hostilities with Britain in the American Revolutionary War, giving thanks to the Almighty, offering congratulations, and authorizing an extra ration of alcohol to the troops to celebrate [1]
France & Austria sign ceasefire
France & Austria sign ceasefire
First run of 2,000 guineas horse race at Newmarket, England
First run of 2,000 guineas horse race at Newmarket, England
Whaling ship the Manhattan captained by Mercator Cooper is the first ship officially permitted visit Edo, Japan, in 220
Whaling ship the Manhattan captained by Mercator Cooper is the first ship officially permitted visit Edo, Japan, in 220 years rescuing shipwrecked sailors
American victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo opens the way for invasion of Mexico
American victory at the battle of Cerro Gordo opens the way for invasion of Mexico
Russian Chancellor Count Nesselrode resigns
Russian Chancellor Count Nesselrode resigns
Battle of Fort Jackson, Fort St Philip & New Orlean's, Louisiana
New Orleans (commonly known as NOLA or The Big Easy among other nicknames) is a consolidated city-parish located along the Mississippi River in the U.S. state of Louisiana.
Battle of Dybbøl: Denmark is defeated by Prussian and Austrian forces storming Dybbol fort in the deciding battle of the
Battle of Dybbøl: Denmark is defeated by Prussian and Austrian forces storming Dybbol fort in the deciding battle of the Second Schleswig War
San Francisco Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals forms in San Francisco, California
San Francisco Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals forms in San Francisco, California
1st international cricket match, held in San Francisco, won by California
1st international cricket match, held in San Francisco, won by California
Daniel O'Leary completes a 500 mile walk in 139 hrs 32 min
Daniel O'Leary completes a 500 mile walk in 139 hrs 32 min
Trial of Standing Bear-Crook on Native American citizenship rights begins
Trial of Standing Bear-Crook on Native American citizenship rights begins
F4 tornado strikes Marshfield in Missouri, killing 99 people and injuring 100
F4 tornado strikes Marshfield in Missouri, killing 99 people and injuring 100
Natural History Museum opens in South Kensington, England
Natural History Museum opens in South Kensington, England
Leopold Stokowski is born
Leopold Stokowski, British conductor, known for british conductor, was born on 1882-04-18.
NY Commission of Emigration ends, closing Castle Garden, NYC (now known as Castle Clinton) [1]
NY Commission of Emigration ends, closing Castle Garden, NYC (now known as Castle Clinton) [1]
John McGraw, at 26, has his managerial debut as Oriole manager
John Joseph McGraw (April 7, 1873 – February 25, 1934) was an American Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager who was for almost thirty years manager of the New York Giants.
L'Humanité, under Jean Jaurès, begins publication
L'Humanité, under Jean Jaurès, begins publication
San Francisco earthquake and fire kills nearly 4,000 while destroying 75% of the city
The 1906 San Francisco earthquake was a major earthquake which struck the coast of Northern California at 05:12 am Pacific Standard Time on Wednesday, April 18, 1906.
Augustus Thomas' "Witching Hour" premieres in NYC
Augustus Thomas' "Witching Hour" premieres in NYC
Joan of Arc receives beatification by the Roman Catholic Church at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
Joan of Arc receives beatification by the Roman Catholic Church at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
Cunard liner RMS Carpathia brings 705 survivors from the RMS Titanic to New York City
RMS Titanic was a British ocean liner that sank in the early hours of 15 April 1912 as a result of striking an iceberg on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, United States.
French pilot Roland Garros is shot down and glides to a landing on the German side of the lines during World War I
French pilot Roland Garros is shot down and glides to a landing on the German side of the lines during World War I
Junior Achievement incorporated in Colorado Springs
Junior Achievement incorporated in Colorado Springs
Netherlands soccer team defeats Denmark 2-0
The Australia men's national soccer team represents Australia in international men's soccer.
74,000 (62,281 paid) on hand for opening of Yankee Stadium
74,000 (62,281 paid) on hand for opening of Yankee Stadium
1st crossword puzzle book published by Simon & Schuster
1st crossword puzzle book published by Simon & Schuster
World's Fair opens in Chicago
Chicago is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Illinois and in the Midwestern United States.
Charles Ebbets dies
Charles Ebbets sports executive, known for american sports executive, died on 1925-04-18. Charles Henry Ebbets, Sr.
Rhein Stadium opens in Dusseldorf, Germany
Rhein Stadium opens in Dusseldorf, Germany
Samuel P. Huntington is born
Samuel P. Huntington, American political scientist and academic, known for american political scientist and academic, was born on 1927-04-18.
Palace for People's industry in Amsterdam devastated by fire
Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. It has a population of 933,680 in June 2024 within the city proper, 1,457,018 in the urban area and 2,480,394 in the metropolitan area.
Attempted raid on the armoury of police and auxiliary forces in Chittagong in Bengal province, British India by armed pr
Attempted raid on the armoury of police and auxiliary forces in Chittagong in Bengal province, British India by armed pro-independence revolutionaries led by Surya Sen popularly known as Master-da
Gen Sarazen's double eagle on 15th, wins him his 2nd Masters
Gen Sarazen's double eagle on 15th, wins him his 2nd Masters
Pan-Am Clipper begins regular passenger flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Pan-Am Clipper begins regular passenger flights from San Francisco to Honolulu
Superman first appears in DC Comics' Action Comics Series Issue #1, dated June 1938
Action Comics is an American comic book/magazine series that introduced Superman, one of the first major superhero characters.
Headless Mad Butcher victim found in Cleveland
Headless Mad Butcher victim found in Cleveland
"Stars & Stripes" paper for US armed forces starts
"Stars & Stripes" paper for US armed forces starts
Robert Hanssen is born
Robert Hanssen, American double agent and spy, known for american double agent and spy, was born on 1944-04-18.
1 armed outfielder, St Louis Brown Pete Gray, 1st game he goes 1 for 4
1 armed outfielder, St Louis Brown Pete Gray, 1st game he goes 1 for 4
International Court of Justice opens at The Hague Netherlands
The International Court of Justice (ICJ; French: Cour internationale de justice, CIJ), or colloquially the World Court, is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN).
James Woods is born
James Woods, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1948-04-18. James Howard Woods is an American actor.
Republic of Ireland withdraws from British Commonwealth
The Commonwealth of Nations, often referred to as the British Commonwealth or simply the Commonwealth, is an international association of 56 member states, the vast majority of which are former...
1st opening night-game, Cards beat Pirates, 4-2
1st opening night-game, Cards beat Pirates, 4-2
American "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles M. Schulz (28) weds Joyce Halverson; divorce in 1972
American "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles M. Schulz (28) weds Joyce Halverson; divorce in 1972
Dutch Antilles government of Da Costa Gomez forms
Dutch Antilles government of Da Costa Gomez forms
Egyptian Colonel Gamal Abdel Nasser seizes power and appoints himself Prime Minister
Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein (15 January 1918 – 28 September 1970) was an Egyptian military officer and revolutionary who served as the second president of Egypt from 1954 until his death in 1970.
1st "Walk"/"Don't Walk" lighted street signals installed
1st "Walk"/"Don't Walk" lighted street signals installed
American film actress Grace Kelly (26) weds Prince Rainier III of Monaco (33) in a civil ceremony at the Prince's Palace
American film actress Grace Kelly (26) weds Prince Rainier III of Monaco (33) in a civil ceremony at the Prince's Palace in Monaco-Ville, Monaco
Egypt & Israel agree to a cease fire
Israel, officially the State of Israel, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia.
John James is born
John James, American actor and producer, known for american actor and producer, was born on 1957-04-18.
Stanley Cup Final, Montreal Forum, Montreal, Quebec: Montreal Canadiens' 4th straight title; beat Toronto Maple Leafs, 5
Stanley Cup Final, Montreal Forum, Montreal, Quebec: Montreal Canadiens' 4th straight title; beat Toronto Maple Leafs, 5-3 for a 4-1 series win
CONCP is founded in Casablanca as a united front of African movements opposing Portuguese colonial rule
CONCP is founded in Casablanca as a united front of African movements opposing Portuguese colonial rule
Dr James Campbell performed the 1st human nerve transplant
Dr James Campbell performed the 1st human nerve transplant
Artisans strike in Belgium ends
Artisans strike in Belgium ends
Conan O'Brien is born
Conan O'Brien, American television host, comedian, and writer, known for american television host, comedian, and writer, was born on 1964-04-18.
Jonathan Frid makes his 1st appearance as 200-year-old vampire Barnabas Collins on TV's "Dark Shadows", show becomes a h
Jonathan Frid makes his 1st appearance as 200-year-old vampire Barnabas Collins on TV's "Dark Shadows", show becomes a huge hit
,000 employees of US Bell Telephone System go on strike
,000 employees of US Bell Telephone System go on strike
Greek actress and activist Melina Mercouri establishes Greek Aid Fund
Greek actress and activist Melina Mercouri establishes Greek Aid Fund
The Widgery Report on 'Bloody Sunday' in Northern Ireland is published, causing outrage among the people of Derry who ca
The Widgery Report on 'Bloody Sunday' in Northern Ireland is published, causing outrage among the people of Derry who call it the "Widgery Whitewash"
David Tennant is born
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Red Brigade kidnaps Italian attorney general Mario Sossi
Red Brigade kidnaps Italian attorney general Mario Sossi
30th Tony Awards: "Travesties" (play) & "A Chorus Line" (musical) win
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Andrew Ng is born
Andrew Ng is born
Melissa Joan Hart is born
Melissa Joan Hart, American actress, director and producer, known for american actress, director and producer, was born on 1977-04-18. Melissa Joan Hart is an American actress, director and producer.
Senate votes to turn Panama Canal over to Panama on Dec 31, 1999
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"Real People" premieres on NBC TV
"Real People" premieres on NBC TV
Zimbabwe (formerly Southern Rhodesia) declares independence from the United Kingdom
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Longest game in Professional Baseball: Pawtucket Red Sox tie Rochester Red Wings 2-2 in 32 innings (game resumed 23rd Ju
Longest game in Professional Baseball: Pawtucket Red Sox tie Rochester Red Wings 2-2 in 32 innings (game resumed 23rd June)
Atlanta Braves win record 11th straight opening game (beat Astros)
Atlanta Braves win record 11th straight opening game (beat Astros)
A lone suicide bomber kills 63, at US Embassy in Lebanon
A lone suicide bomber kills 63, at US Embassy in Lebanon
Joan Benoit runs world record female marathon (2:22:43)
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"Wham!" become the first western pop act to release an album in China
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IBM produces 1st megabit-chip
IBM produces 1st megabit-chip
Bettino Craxi resigns as Prime Minister of Italy
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Bankruptcy court forces Frank Lorenzo to give up Eastern Airlines
Bankruptcy court forces Frank Lorenzo to give up Eastern Airlines
Congress ends railroad worker 1 day strike
Congress ends railroad worker 1 day strike
Start of South Africa's 1st Test Cricket since 1970 (v WI Bridgetown)
Start of South Africa's 1st Test Cricket since 1970 (v WI Bridgetown)
Roseanne Barr Arnold files for divorce from Tom Arnold
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Houston Post folds after 116 years
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In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana
In Lebanon, at least 106 civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces accidentally shell the UN compound at Quana.
Thor Heyerdahl dies
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The Supreme Court of the United States upholds the Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act in a 5-4 decision
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NBA owners give approval of a potential Seattle SuperSonics' relocation to Oklahoma City in a 28–2 vote by the Board of
NBA owners give approval of a potential Seattle SuperSonics' relocation to Oklahoma City in a 28–2 vote by the Board of Governors
The Casoria Contemporary Art Museum in Naples begins burning artworks after cultural institution budget cuts
The Casoria Contemporary Art Museum in Naples begins burning artworks after cultural institution budget cuts
Dick Clark dies
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12 Nepalese climbers are killed by an avalanche on Mt Everest
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British Prime Minister Teresa May announces she will seek a "snap" election
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“Black Panther” is the first film shown at a commercial cinema in 35 years in Saudi Arabia as cinemas are reopened
“Black Panther” is the first film shown at a commercial cinema in 35 years in Saudi Arabia as cinemas are reopened
Protests begin in Managua, Nicaragua, over proposed changes to social security, protesters beaten by suspected pro-gover
Protests begin in Managua, Nicaragua, over proposed changes to social security, protesters beaten by suspected pro-government gangs
Irish Journalist Lyra McKee shot to death covering riots in Derry, Northern Ireland with dissident republican group the
Irish Journalist Lyra McKee shot to death covering riots in Derry, Northern Ireland with dissident republican group the New IRA claiming responsibility
12-team European Super League is announced to widespread condemnation amongst governments, non-involved clubs, press and
12-team European Super League is announced to widespread condemnation amongst governments, non-involved clubs, press and fans; amidst the furore all 6 EPL clubs withdraw within 3 days
Russia begins a major new offensive in Donbas, during their invasion of Ukraine [1]
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Fox News settles lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million, moments before trial, with Fox admitting it ha
Fox News settles lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems for $787.5 million, moments before trial, with Fox admitting it had defamed Dominion during US 2020 election by broadcasting conspiracy theories [1]
Fossil evidence of the largest known snake 11-15 meters long named Vasuki indicus, 66 million years old, published from
Fossil evidence of the largest known snake 11-15 meters long named Vasuki indicus, 66 million years old, published from a mine in Panandhro, western India [1]