Historical Events
Prohibition Passes
The 18th Amendment to the US Constitution, authorizing prohibition of alcohol, is approved by the US congress and sent to the states for ratification [1]
Famous Birthdays
- Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson, American blues, jazz, and R&B alto saxophonist, born in Houston, Texas (d. 1988)
- Raiford "Ossie" Davis, American actor, director, author, and civil rights activist (Purlie Victorious, Do the Right Thing, Hot Stuff, Man Called Adam), born in Cogdell, Clinch County, Georgia (d. 2005)
About December 18, 1917
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 106 years, 4 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius