April 18

    What happened on April 18 in history

    3 events fall on April 18, from 1775 to 1955. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on April 18

    1. 1775

      Paul Revere's ride

      Riders leave Boston to warn that British troops are moving on Concord.

      Read about Washington Crossing the DelawarePlay the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1906

      The San Francisco earthquake

      A quake and three days of fire destroy most of the city.

      Read about San Francisco Earthquake and FirePlay the 20th century round

    3. 1955

      Albert Einstein dies

      He dies in Princeton, refusing surgery, at seventy-six.

      Play the 20th century round

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