Historical Events
- France & Great Britain & Benelux sign Treaty of Brussels
- Philips begin experimental TV broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Bobby Whitlock, American rock singer, songwriter, and musician (Derek and the Dominos - "Bell Bottom Blues"), born in Memphis, Tennessee
- Brian Lloyd, Welsh footballer
- Eknath Solkar, cricketer (India 1969-77, brilliant short-leg fielder)
- Jessica B. Harris, American culinary historian (High on the Hog: A Culinary Journey from Africa to America), born in Queens, New York
- Lockwood Phillips, American radio host
1948 Highlights
About March 18, 1948
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 76 years and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces