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Everything important that’s ever happened on September 18:

2001 ─ Typhoon Nari brought over 1,000 millimeters of rain to Taiwan. It caused catastrophic flooding and landslides and led to significant loss of life and damage.

1965 ─ Japanese astronomers Ikeya Kaoru and Seki Tsutomu independently discovered Comet Ikeya-Seki, which became one of the brightest comets of the 20th century.

1948 ─ Communist leader Musso led a rebellion against Indonesia's government during its independence struggle, which was swiftly suppressed, highlighting political divisions in the new nation.

1931 ─ Japan used a staged railway explosion as a pretext to invade and occupy Mukden. It escalated tensions in East Asia and paved the way for further aggression in China.

1898 ─ British and French troops faced off at Fort Fashoda in Sudan, nearly sparking war over conflicting imperial ambitions in Africa during the Scramble for Africa.

🎂 Today’s Birthdays

On September 18, we’re singing to:

Samuel Johnson (1709) ─ English author and lexicographer best known for A Dictionary of the English Language, a landmark in literary history.

Greta Garbo (1905) ─ Swedish-American actress who became a Hollywood legend during the silent film era and beyond.

Ben Carson (1951) ─ American neurosurgeon known for his pioneering work in medicine and later political career.

James Gandolfini (1961) ─ Actor celebrated for his iconic role as Tony Soprano in The Sopranos, a defining television series about the Mafia.

 🪦Who Died Today?

On September 18, we’re saying goodbye to:

Domitian (96) ─ Domitian was a Roman Emperor whose assassination ended the Flavian dynasty and changed the course of Roman history.

Jimi Hendrix (1970) ─ Revolutionary guitarist and rock musician whose innovative style reshaped the rock and roll genre.

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