Historical Events
- Battle of Verdun, longest of World War I, officially ends in German defeat after nine months of fighting and almost 1 million total casualties
Famous Birthdays
Betty Grable
Betty Grable, American singer, dancer, pin-up girl and actress (I Wake Up Screaming, How to Marry a Millionaire, Gay Divorcee), born in St. Louis, Missouri (d. 1973)
1916 Highlights
About December 18, 1916
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 1 month and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
