Saturday, 18th April 1964 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's World Heritage Day. Explore 45 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings drizzly with temperatures between 8°C and 16°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Aries. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Saturday, 18th April in London, GB.
On Saturday, 18th April 1964, London experienced drizzly weather as the city went about its ordinary business. The British capital has served as the global centre of finance and culture for centuries, with its distinctive landmarks and institutions reflecting centuries of political and commercial significance. Those born on this date fall under the Aries zodiac sign, whilst the moon was in its waning gibbous phase, having passed its fullness in the preceding days.
Historical records show that 18th April has marked several significant moments across time. In 1915, French aviation pioneer Roland Garros was forced to land his aircraft behind enemy lines during the First World War and subsequently taken prisoner by German forces, an episode that underscored the dangers faced by early military aviators. Nearly three decades later, in 1946, the final session of the League of Nations concluded in Geneva, with delegates agreeing to transfer much of its assets to the United Nations as the international community reorganised itself following the Second World War.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 18th April 1964
Each note exists only because silence came before it.
Fortune of the Day
18th April in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality People born on April 18 combine Aries directness with radiant vitality and self-expression. They naturally command presence and carry the rare Master Number 22, granting them visionary depth. Their temperament is vibrant, forward-thinking, and unusually profound for a fire sign.
Strengths & Weaknesses Strengths: Extraordinary courage, clear vision, and ability to manifest ideals into reality. These natives inspire others through authenticity. Weaknesses: Impulsivity and impatience can trigger hasty decisions; intense energy requires constructive outlets.
Love In relationships, those born April 18 are passionate and honest, sometimes bluntly direct and impatient. They seek partners sharing their vitality and visions. True fulfillment comes with people who understand their depth and embrace their unconventional nature.
Caree & Finance These individuals excel in leadership, entrepreneurship, and pioneering ventures. Master Number 22 empowers them for large-scale structural building. Financial success flows from bold initiatives; caution against impulsive investment decisions is wise.
Health April 18 natives require intense physical activity to channel their fire energy. Mental restlessness can trigger sleep disruption or stress. Regular challenging exercise and creative expression strongly support their overall wellbeing.
That night, the moon was in its waning gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Dragon (Wood).
Fun Facts About 18th April
Name Days in Your Language: Anthea, Ayana, Ayanna, Warner, Werner
Someone born on this day in 1964 would be 61 years old today — just 22,634 days into life, which is roughly 543,216 hours, 32,592,961 minutes, or 1,955,577,704 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 109. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 257 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 16 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 18th April
- Maria Bello, American actress (1967)
- Niall Ferguson, Scottish historian and academic (1964)
- Eric McCormack, Canadian-American actor (1963)
- Conan O'Brien, American television host, comedian, and podcaster (1963)
- Jeff Dunham, American ventriloquist and comedian (1962)
- Jane Leeves, English actress and dancer (1961)
- John Podhoretz, American journalist and author (1961)
Lives Remembered on 18th April
- Dickey Betts, American guitarist, singer, songwriter and composer (born 1943) (2024)
- Mandisa, American gospel singer (born 1976) (2024)
- Harrison Birtwistle, British composer (born 1934) (2022)
- Lyra McKee, Irish journalist (born 1990) (2019)
- Guru Dhanapal, Indian director and producer (born 1959) (2014)
- Sanford Jay Frank, American screenwriter and producer (born 1954) (2014)
- Brian Priestman, English conductor and academic (born 1927) (2014)
- Goran Švob, Croatian philosopher and author (born 1947) (2013)
- Anne Williams, English activist (born 1951) (2013)
- Dick Clark, American television host and producer, founded Dick Clark Productions (born 1929) (2012)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 18th April
- Christian feast day: Apollonius the Apologist
- Christian feast day: Corebus
- Christian feast day: Cyril VI of Constantinople (Eastern Orthodox Church)
- Christian feast day: Eleutherius and Antia
- Christian feast day: Galdino della Sala
- Christian feast day: Molaise of Leighlin
- Christian feast day: Perfectus
- Christian feast day: April 18 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Army Day (Iran)
- Coma Patients' Day (Poland)
- Friend's Day (Brazil)
- Independence Day (Zimbabwe)
- International Day For Monuments and Sites
- Invention Day (Japan)
- Victory over the Teutonic Knights in the Battle of the Ice (Russia; Julian Calendar)
- World Amateur Radio Day
What Happened on 18th April?
- A redacted version of the Mueller report is released to the United States Congress and the public. (2019)
- King Mswati III of Swaziland announces that his country's name will change to Eswatini. (2018)
- Anti-government protests start in Nicaragua. (2018)
- The Israeli military commits the Qana massacre in a deliberate shelling of a United Nations compound near the village of Qana in southern Lebanon, killing 106 Lebanese civilians who were taking shelter there and wounding over 100 more. (1996)
- The United States launches Operation Praying Mantis against Iranian naval forces in the largest naval battle since World War II. (1988)
- In Israel John Demjanjuk is sentenced to death for war crimes committed in World War II, although the verdict is later overturned. (1988)
- The Republic of Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) comes into being, with Canaan Banana as the country's first President. The Zimbabwean dollar replaces the Rhodesian dollar as the official currency. (1980)
- The town of Elmore City, Oklahoma holds its first dance in the town's history. (1980)
- East African Airways Flight 720 crashes during a rejected takeoff from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, killing 43. (1972)
- Twenty-nine nations meet at Bandung, Indonesia, for the first Asian-African Conference. (1955)