Famous Birthdays
- Robert Williams Buchanan, Scottish, poet, dramatist and novelist, born in Caverswall, Staffordshire, England. (d. 1901)
- William Halford, American naval officer and Medal of Honor recipient who survived 31 days at sea in a small boat to seek help for the shipwrecked USS Saginaw, born in Gloucestershire, England (d. 1919)
About August 18, 1841
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 182 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
