Historical Events
- Field Marshal Lord Roberts appointed British supreme commander in South Africa
Famous Deaths
- John William Glover, Irish composer, dies at 84
Died in 1899 1899 Highlights
About December 18, 1899
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 124 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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