What Happened on May 18, 1896

Historical Events

  • US Supreme court affirms legitimacy of racial separation (Plessy v Ferguson), a doctrine that came to be known as "separate but equal"

Famous Birthdays

  • Walter Fitzgerald, English actor, born in Devonport, England (d. 1976)

About May 18, 1896

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 11 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus