Famous Birthdays
- Hella Haasse, 'Grande Dame of Dutch Literature' (Oeroeg, Cider for Poor People), born in Batavia, Dutch East Indies (d. 2011)
Famous Deaths
John L. Sullivan (1858-1918)
American boxer (first heavyweight gloved champion, de facto 1882-92; last heavyweight bare-knuckle champion), dies at 59
1918 Highlights
About February 2, 1918
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius
