Historical Events
- Massachusetts rules all school-age children must attend school
Famous Birthdays
- Gertrude Käsebier, American pioneering photographer, born in Des Moines, Iowa (d. 1934)
About May 18, 1852
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 171 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey