1981⚡ Event
First flight of F-117 Nighthawk
The Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, the first operational aircraft designed for stealth technology, made its maiden flight.
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What Happened on June 18?
Discover 15 historical moments on June 18 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk
Historical Events on June 18(5)
1983⚡ Event
Execution of Mona Mahmudnizhad
An Iranian teenager and nine other women were hanged in Shiraz for their membership in the Baháʼí Faith.
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1983⚡ Event
Sally Ride becomes first American woman in space
Aboard Space Shuttle Challenger, astronaut Sally Ride became the first American woman and third person overall in space.
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1994⚡ Event
Loughinisland massacre
During The Troubles, Ulster Volunteer Force members attacked a crowded bar in Loughinisland, Northern Ireland, killing six people.
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2012⚡ Event
Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud appointed Crown Prince
Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was appointed the crown prince of Saudi Arabia.
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Famous Birthdays on June 18(5)
1997🎂 Birth
Birth of Latrell Mitchell
Latrell Mitchell, an Australian rugby league player, was born.
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1999🎂 Birth
Birth of Choi Ye-won
Choi Ye-won, a South Korean singer and actress, was born.
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Notable Deaths on June 18(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Titan Submersible Implosion Victims
Notable victims of the Titan submersible implosion died on this date.
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June 18 in History
June 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 1981 to the present day.
Major Events on June 18
Among the most notable events on June 18: First flight of F-117 Nighthawk (1981), Execution of Mona Mahmudnizhad (1983), Sally Ride becomes first American woman in space (1983). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on June 18
Notable figures born on June 18 include Birth of Alen Halilović, Birth of Katharina Hobgarski, Birth of Latrell Mitchell. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on June 18
Remembered figures who died on June 18 include Titan Submersible Implosion Victims, Death of James Chance, Death of Anouk Aimée. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on June 18?
- June 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 June 18?
- One of the most notable events on June 18 is: First flight of F-117 Nighthawk.
- Who was born on June 18?
- Famous figures born on June 18 include Birth of Alen Halilović, Birth of Katharina Hobgarski, Birth of Latrell Mitchell.
- How many historical events happened on June 18?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on June 18, spanning centuries of world history.
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