Historical Events
- Battle of Verdun, longest of World War I, officially ends in German defeat after nine months of fighting and almost 1 million total casualties
Famous Birthdays
Betty Grable (1916-1973)
American singer, dancer, pin-up girl and actress (I Wake Up Screaming, How to Marry a Millionaire, Gay Divorcee), born in St. Louis, Missouri
About December 18, 1916
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
