Historical Events
- Ajax soccer club forms in Amsterdam, The Netherlands (33 Eredivisie titles, 18 KNVB Cups, 4 Champions League); named after legendary Greek hero
- Japan uses its influence over Korea to deny Russia's efforts to obtain a naval station at Korean Port of Masampo, the lead up to the Russo-Japanese war
Famous Deaths
- Antonio Nobre, Portuguese poet (Só), dies at 32
About March 18, 1900
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 123 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake