April 18


Monday 18, 2005:

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


Thursday 18, 1996:

In Lebanon, 102 Lebanese civilians are killed when the Israel Defense Forces shell the UN compound at Qana (see Qana Massacre).


Sunday 18, 1954:

Gamal Abdal Nasser seizes power in Egypt.


Wednesday 18, 1934:

The first washateria opens in Fort Worth, Texas.


Tuesday 18, 1797:

Battle of Neuwied resulted in the victory of French under General Louis Lazare Hoche against Austrians under General Wermecek.


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