Historical Events
- Cunard liner RMS Carpathia brings 705 survivors from the RMS Titanic to New York City
- Tripolitan War: in continuing hostilities, Turkey closes the Dardanelles Straits after an Italian naval bombardment of the coastline
Famous Birthdays
- Wendy Barrie, British-American TV hostess (Wendy Barrie Show), born in Hong Kong (d. 1978)
About April 18, 1912
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 111 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries
