What happened on
March 18?
People born on March 18 are known for being imaginative and creative, with a strong desire to make a lasting impact on the world. They're often charismatic leaders with a passion for the arts. Those born on this day tend to be adventurous and freedom-loving, with a quick wit and a sharp tongue.
Historical Events
Rudolf Diesel, a German engineer, was granted a patent for the diesel engine.
The Tri-State Tornado, the deadliest tornado in US history, occurred, killing 695 people.
The French Academy of Science announced the discovery of the planet Neptune's moon, Hippocamp, was not correct, the actual event is that the academy announced the discovery of the planet Neptune is not correct for this date, however, Verdi's opera 'Un Ballo in Maschera' premiered in Rome.
Cosmonaut Alexei Leonov became the first person to walk in space when he stepped out of the Voskhod 2 spacecraft.
The first free elections were held in East Germany, paving the way for German reunification.
Famous Birthdays
The 22nd and 24th President of the United States.
A renowned American jazz pianist and singer.
An American singer, actress, and fashion designer, and the first African-American woman to be crowned Miss America.
#1 Songs on This Date
The shortest war in history was between Britain and Zanzibar on August 27, 1896, and lasted only 38 minutes, however, this is not related to March 18, a more accurate fun fact is that March 18 is the 77th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.