Historical Events
Japan's Gift of Friendship
Mayor of Tokyo Yukio Ozaki presents Washington, D.C. with 2,000 cherry trees, which President William Howard Taft decides to plant near the Potomac River.
Famous Birthdays
- Miliza Korjus, Polish actress (Great Waltz), born in Warsaw, Poland (d. 1980)
About August 18, 1909
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 114 years, 8 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey