Historical Events
- Opening of the first German National Assembly (Nationalversammlung) in Frankfurt, Germany
Famous Deaths
- William Leidesdorff, Mixed-race early Californian businessman, dies at 37
Died in 1848 1848 Highlights
About May 18, 1848
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 175 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
