1996⚡ Event
Ireland Wins Eurovision
Ireland won the Eurovision song contest for the seventh time. This was the highest number of wins for any country until Sweden tied it in 2023.
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What Happened on May 18?
Discover 15 historical moments on May 18 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on May 18(5)
2005⚡ Event
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Debuts
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion publicly debuted at the Electronic Entertainment Expo. It was a highly anticipated release in the video game industry.
technologyentertainment
2006⚡ Event
Nepal Strips King of Powers
The Parliament of Nepal unanimously voted to strip King Gyanendra of many of his powers. This was a significant shift in the country's political landscape.
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2009⚡ Event
End of Sri Lankan Civil War
The Sri Lanka Army killed Velupillai Prabhakaran, the leader of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam. This event marked the end of the 26-year Sri Lankan civil war.
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2013⚡ Event
Mark Carson Murder
Mark Carson, an openly gay man, was murdered in a hate crime in New York City. This incident prompted a large march against anti-LGBTQ violence.
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Famous Birthdays on May 18(5)
Notable Deaths on May 18(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Jim Brown
Jim Brown was an American football player, civil rights activist, and actor.
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May 18 in History
May 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 1996 to the present day.
Major Events on May 18
Among the most notable events on May 18: Ireland Wins Eurovision (1996), The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Debuts (2005), Nepal Strips King of Powers (2006). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on May 18
Notable figures born on May 18 include Ryan Sessegnon, Emma Navarro, Alina Zagitova. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on May 18
Remembered figures who died on May 18 include Charles Grodin, Jim Brown, Bruce Nordstrom. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on May 18?
- May 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 May 18?
- One of the most notable events on May 18 is: Ireland Wins Eurovision.
- Who was born on May 18?
- Famous figures born on May 18 include Ryan Sessegnon, Emma Navarro, Alina Zagitova.
- How many historical events happened on May 18?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on May 18, spanning centuries of world history.
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