Historical Events
Music Premiere
Musical "Smiles" with Bob Hope and Fred Astaire premieres in NYC
- Sōka Kyōiku Gakkai, a Buddhist association later renamed Soka Gakkai, is founded by Japanese educators Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and Josei Toda.
Famous Birthdays
- Sonja Edström-Ruthström, Swedish cross-country skier (Olympic gold 3 × 5k relay 1960), born in Luleå, Sweden (d. 2020)
About November 18, 1930
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 92 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio
