Historical Events
- Arab Legion captures fort on Mt Scopus during Arab-Israeli war
- Jerome Moross and John Latouche'a musical "Ballet Ballads" opens at Music Box Theater, NYC; for 62 performances
- Saudi Arabia joins invasion of Israel
- The First Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China officially convenes in Nanking
Famous Birthdays
- Felix MH Troch, Flemish actor and director (Gekkenbriefje)
- Joe Bonsall, American country singer (Oak Ridge Boys - "Elvira"), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
About May 18, 1948
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 75 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
