On this day in history
What happened on 18 May
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 18 May. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Napoleon Bonaparte was proclaimed Emperor of FranceWorld
- International Museum Day was established by ICOMCultural
- Mount St. Helens erupted catastrophically in Washington stateWorld
About these entries
Each date lists a handful of events chosen for their lasting importance: milestones in the history of Bangladesh and Bengal, turning points in world affairs, and landmarks in culture and science. Years follow the Gregorian calendar.
Bangladesh dates are given as they are observed in the country. Where a historical source disagrees on a day, the most widely cited date is used.