1975⚡ Event
Launch of Aryabhata Satellite
India's first satellite, Aryabhata, was launched on April 18, 1975. The launch took place from Kapustin Yar in the Soviet Union.
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What Happened on April 18?
Discover 15 historical moments on April 18 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Aryabhata (satellite)
Historical Events on April 18(5)
1980⚡ Event
Robert Mugabe Becomes Prime Minister of Zimbabwe
Robert Mugabe became the first prime minister of Zimbabwe on April 18, 1980. His leadership marked the beginning of a 37-year period in power.
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1996⚡ Event
Qana Shelling During Operation Grapes of Wrath
On April 18, 1996, Israeli forces shelled Qana, Lebanon, during Operation Grapes of Wrath. The attack on a United Nations compound killed at least 100 civilians.
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2007⚡ Event
Steel Factory Disaster in China
A disaster at a steel factory in Liaoning, China, on April 18, 2007, resulted in the deaths of 32 workers. A ladle spilled 30 tonnes of molten steel.
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2019⚡ Event
Mueller Report Released
The United States Department of Justice released a redacted version of the Mueller report on April 18, 2019. The report concerned Russian influence on the U.S. presidential election.
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Famous Birthdays on April 18(5)
Notable Deaths on April 18(5)
2014🕊️ Death
Guru Dhanapal
Indian director and producer died on April 18, 2014. He was born in 1959.
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2022🕊️ Death
Harrison Birtwistle
British composer died on April 18, 2022. He was born in 1934.
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2024🕊️ Death
Dickey Betts
American guitarist, singer, songwriter, and composer died on April 18, 2024. He was born in 1943.
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2024🕊️ Death
Mandisa
American gospel singer died on April 18, 2024. She was born in 1976.
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April 18 in History
April 18 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1975 to the present day.
Major Events on April 18
Among the most notable events on April 18: Launch of Aryabhata Satellite (1975), Robert Mugabe Becomes Prime Minister of Zimbabwe (1980), Qana Shelling During Operation Grapes of Wrath (1996). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on April 18
Notable figures born on April 18 include Chloe Bennet, Mika Zibanejad, Aminé. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on April 18
Remembered figures who died on April 18 include Guru Dhanapal, Lyra McKee, Harrison Birtwistle. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 18?
- April 18 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on April 18?
- One of the most notable events on April 18 is: Launch of Aryabhata Satellite.
- Who was born on April 18?
- Famous figures born on April 18 include Chloe Bennet, Mika Zibanejad, Aminé.
- How many historical events happened on April 18?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on April 18, spanning centuries of world history.
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