Historical Events
Dome of Florence Cathedral
Competition announced to design the dome of Florence Cathedral, main competitors Lorenzo Ghiberti and Filippo Brunelleschi (supported by Cosimo de' Medici)
1418 Highlights
About August 18, 1418
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 605 years, 11 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey