Edition No. 48 · GlobalEst. 2026
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This Day in History

This Day in History: September 18

Test your knowledge of significant global events that occurred on September 18 throughout history.

Date: 2026-09-18

1. On September 18, 1793, which U.S. President laid the cornerstone for the United States Capitol building?

2. In 1931, the 'Mukden Incident' occurred, which served as a pretext for which nation to occupy Manchuria?

3. Which major United States intelligence agency was officially established on September 18, 1947?

4. In 1998, which organization was founded to manage the Domain Name System (DNS) on the Internet?

5. On September 18, 1872, who ascended to the throne as the King of Norway and Sweden?