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What Happened on September 18, 1911

Historical Events

  • Britain's 1st twin-engine airplane (Short S.39) test flown

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Louis Napoleon Parker's play "Disraeli" premieres in NYC

Famous Birthdays

  • Syd Howe, Canadian Hockey HOF left wing (Stanley Cup 1936, 37, 43 Detroit Red Wings), born in Ottawa, Ontario (d. 1976)

Famous Deaths

  • Peter Stolypin, 3rd Prime Minister of Russia (1906-11), shot and murdered at the Kiev Opera House aged 49
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About September 18, 1911

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 112 years, 9 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Virgo