What Happened on December 18, 1911

Famous Birthdays

  • Helen Vlachos, Greek newspaper publisher (closed her newspapers in protest at military junta), born in Athens, Greece (d. 1995)
  • Jules Dassin, American film director (The Naked City; Night And The City; Rififi), blacklisted during McCarthy era, born in Middletown, Connecticut (d. 2008)
  • Peg Leg Sam [Arthur Jackson], American country blues harmonica player, singer and comedian, born in Jonesville, South Carolina (d. 1977)

Famous Deaths

  • Alberto Randegger, Italian composer, dies at 79
Died in 1911 1911 Highlights

About December 18, 1911

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Sagittarius