Famous Birthdays
- Michael D. Higgins, Irish politician (9th President of Ireland 2011-), born in Limerick, Ireland
- Walt Sweeney, American football offensive lineman (9 × Pro Bowl; First-team All-Pro 1967, 68; San Diego Chargers), born in Cohasset, Massachusetts (d. 2013)
Famous Deaths
- Alexandros Koryzis, Prime Minister of Greece in 1941, commits suicide at about 65 as German troops closed in on Athens
Died in 1941 1941 Highlights
About April 18, 1941
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 83 years and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aries
