This Day in History, November 18

History & Quotes / November 18, 2024

On November 18th, 326, the old St. Peter's Basilica was consecrated.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

A thought for the day: Who has a harder fight than he who is striving to overcome himself? -- German Dutch cleric Thomas à Kempis

Other Notable Events for November 17

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1558, the Elizabethan Age begins when Britain's Queen Elizabeth I ascended to the throne upon her half-sister, Queen Mary's death.

In 1800, the U.S. Congress convened at ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for November 17

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- King Louis XVIII of France in 1755
- astronomer/mathematician August Mobius in 1790
- social reformer Grace Abbott in 1878
- actor Rock Hudson in 1925
- ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

Today is Sunday, Nov. 17, the 322nd day of 2024 with 44 to follow.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and ...Read More

This Day in History, November 17

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

On November 17th, 1962, John F. Kennedy dedicated the Dulles International Airport.