1990⚡ Event
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Theft
Thieves stole thirteen artworks valued at $500 million from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston.
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What Happened on March 18?
Discover 15 historical moments on March 18 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on March 18(5)
1996⚡ Event
Quezon City Nightclub Fire
The deadliest fire in Philippine history occurred at a nightclub in Quezon City, causing 162 fatalities.
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2005⚡ Event
Terri Schiavo Feeding Tube Removal
A court order led to the removal of Terri Schiavo's feeding tube, sparking a global debate on euthanasia.
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2015⚡ Event
Bardo National Museum Attack
Gunmen attacked the Bardo National Museum in Tunisia, resulting in the deaths of 24 people.
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2019⚡ Event
Syrian Civil War Airstrike
The U.S. Air Force conducted an airstrike in al-Baghuz Fawqani, reportedly killing up to 80 people, including civilians, during the Syrian civil war.
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Famous Birthdays on March 18(5)
Notable Deaths on March 18(5)
2017🕊️ Death
Chuck Berry
American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, a pioneer of rock and roll music.
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2020🕊️ Death
Alfred Worden
American test pilot, engineer, and astronaut who flew on the Apollo 15 mission.
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2024🕊️ Death
Thomas P. Stafford
American Air Force officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut.
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March 18 in History
March 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 1990 to the present day.
Major Events on March 18
Among the most notable events on March 18: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Theft (1990), Quezon City Nightclub Fire (1996), Terri Schiavo Feeding Tube Removal (2005). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on March 18
Notable figures born on March 18 include Ciara Bravo, Rieko Ioane, Emmanuel Clase. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on March 18
Remembered figures who died on March 18 include Chuck Berry, Alfred Worden, Thomas P. Stafford. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on March 18?
- March 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 March 18?
- One of the most notable events on March 18 is: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Theft.
- Who was born on March 18?
- Famous figures born on March 18 include Ciara Bravo, Rieko Ioane, Emmanuel Clase.
- How many historical events happened on March 18?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on March 18, spanning centuries of world history.
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