From pivotal
space missions and peace treaties to inspiring cultural wins in Assam, 18
June offers a diverse blend of history, recognition, and legacy. Let’s
explore what makes this day notable.
🌍 Major Global Events
⚔️ 1815 – Battle of Waterloo
On 18 June
1815, the Battle of Waterloo marked the fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, ending his
rule and reshaping European politics. The British-led Allied forces, with Prussian
support, decisively defeated Napoleon in Belgium.
🛩️ 1972 – Staines Air Disaster
A British
European Airways Trident jet crashed shortly after takeoff from London Heathrow
Airport, killing all 118 on board. It remains one of the deadliest aviation disasters
in UK history.
📝 1979 – SALT II Treaty Signed
U.S. President
Jimmy Carter and Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev signed the SALT II agreement in
Vienna to limit nuclear weapons. Though it was never ratified by the U.S.
Senate, it played a vital role in strategic arms control during the Cold War.
🚀 1983 – Sally Ride Becomes First
American Woman in Space
Aboard the
Space Shuttle Challenger, Sally Ride became the first American woman to go to
space, orbiting the Earth and breaking barriers for women in science and
exploration.
🇮🇳 India on 18 June
While there are
no widely recognized national historical events specifically recorded for 18
June, the date continues to gain relevance through modern developments,
achievements in science, and policy progress.
🌾 Assam & Northeast India on 18 June
The Northeast
saw notable developments on 18 June in recent years. In 2025, a red alert was
issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in
Assam and Meghalaya. The alert warned of waterlogging and possible landslides,
urging citizens to remain indoors and take necessary precautions.
In a proud
cultural achievement, the Assamese short film Ansuni Chinkhe, directed
by Dr. Parthasarathi Mahanta, who also serves as Guwahati Police Commissioner,
won the Best Short Film award at the Indian Independent Film Festival.
The film's national recognition is seen as a landmark moment for Assamese
cinema and storytelling.
🎂 Notable Birthdays
International Personalities
- Paul McCartney (1942) – English singer, songwriter, and
co-founder of The Beatles, regarded as one of the greatest composers in
history.
- Roger Ebert (1942) – Iconic American film critic,
known for popularizing film reviews through TV and print.
- Blake Shelton (1976) – Country music star and
television personality, known for mentoring on The Voice.
🕯️ Notable Deaths
International Figures
- Maxim Gorky (1936) – Russian writer and political
thinker known for his contribution to socialist literature.
- Ethel Barrymore (1959) – American actress from the
legendary Barrymore family, an icon of stage and film.
- Roald Amundsen (1928) – Norwegian polar explorer, the
first person to reach the South Pole.
- Larry Doby (2003) – Second African American to
break the color barrier in Major League Baseball, following Jackie
Robinson.
🤔 Did You Know?
- Sally Ride's space journey lasted
6 days and over 2 million miles, cementing her legacy as a trailblazer for
women in science.
- The Battle of Waterloo influenced
not only politics but art and literature, inspiring countless historical
works.
- Assam’s Ansuni Chinkhe
showcases the rising prominence of regional cinema on the national stage.
🧾 Final Thoughts
18 June is a reminder of the countless ways
people have challenged boundaries—from Napoleon’s ambitions to Sally Ride’s
journey into space. It also celebrates regional creativity, like the success of
Assamese filmmakers, and reinforces the importance of preparedness in the face
of natural hazards.
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