April 18

Monday 18, 2005:

2005 - Laonastidae, first new family of mammals since 1974, is described.

Saturday 18, 1992:

General Abdul Rashid Dostum revolted against President Mohammad Najibullah of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan and allied with Ahmed Shah Massoud to capture Kabul.

Tuesday 18, 1972:

The Roland Corporation is founded in Osaka, Japan.

Wednesday 18, 1934:

The first washateria opens in Fort Worth, Texas.

Monday 18, 1042:

Michael V attempts to remain sole ruler of the Byzantine Empire by sending his adoptive mother and co-ruler Zoë of Byzantium to a monastery.