What are the important events that happened on August 18, 1948? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.
August 18, 1948: Facts & Myths About This Day
August 18, 1948 is the 231st day of the year 1948 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 135 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Wednesday.
Under the Julian calendar, this day is August 5, 1948 – a Wednesday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?
Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘dihectatriacontahenagon’ day.
If a person born on this day saved a Penny every day starting at age 3, then by now that person has accumulated $265.49. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)
Leo is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Peridot is the modern birthstone for this month. Diamond is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.
Rat is the mythical animal and Earth is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.
Do people and celebrities interest you? Discover all the August 18 famous birthdays who share your special day. Learn some fun facts about your birthday! (Sponsored link)
August 18, 1948 Historical Events
- 1948 –The Australian cricket team completed a 4–0 Ashes series win over England during their undefeated Invincibles tour.
Who were born on August 18, 1948?
- 1948 –Joseph Marcell, British actor
Holy Toledo! Did you know that coffee and word games are an excellent combination to sharpen your vocabulary? Let’s give it a quick spin. Within 30 seconds, how many words can you think of from these letters EEUTVNDWAED? Check your answers here: Word search EEUTVNDWAED. (Sponsored by WordFinder.Cafe)