Historical Events
- World War II: A counter-offensive is launched by the British against the Italians in East Africa
Famous Birthdays
- Bobby Goldsboro, American pop and country singer-songwriter (Honey), born in Marianna, Florida
- David Ruffin, American soul musician and early lead singer for The Temptations ("My Girl"; "Ain't Too Proud to Beg"), born in Whynot, Mississippi (d. 1991)
- Denise Bombardier, Quebec journalist, television host and novelist, born in Montreal, Canada
- Iva Zanicchi, Italian actress (Ragazza Tutta d'Oro), born in Ligonchio, Italy
About January 18, 1941
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 83 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
