Historical Events
- Opening of the first German National Assembly (Nationalversammlung) in Frankfurt, Germany
Famous Deaths
- William Leidesdorff, Mixed-race early Californian businessman, dies at 37
1848 Highlights
About May 18, 1848
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 173 years, 2 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
