Siege of Rome
The Visigoths under Alaric sack & destroy Rome. Rome is overrun by Visigoths, symbolized as the fall of the Western Roman Empire
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August 18 in History
This permanent archive page contains 159 World History Database records for August 18, spanning 410 to 2026. Recorded topics include Siege of Rome; Capture of Apulia; Coronation.
Total: 159Events: 140Births: 2Deaths: 2Battles: 14Coronations: 1Countries: 27
Events on August 18
Siege of Rome
The Visigoths under Alaric sack & destroy Rome
Capture of Apulia
Captures Apulia
Homage
Edward I moves court & invites Llywelyn III to pay homage, Llywelyn III refuses
Mons-en-Pevele Campaign Continues French Pressure
Philip IV fights the Flemish at Mons-en-Pevele as France renews pressure on the county.
Siege of Brest
Edward sent exrra knights and archers under the command of William de Bohun, 1st Earl of Northampton.
Siege of Brest
On Northamptons arrival the French appear to have fled without bothering to engage the smaller English force and the siege of Brest was relieved.
Siege of Brest
When Northampton landed the remnants of Maunys force were besieged at Brest by a large French army under the command of Charles of Blois and a force of Genoese ships.
Mobilization
Arrives at Elmesthorpe, 9 miles from Leicester
Concordat
Signs the Concordat of Bologna which regulates the French Church
Treaty of Amiens
The peace Treaty of Amiens between France & England is confirmed
Mary Proclaims Catholic Intent
Mary begins restoring Catholic worship after entering London as queen.
Royal Entry with Philip
Mary and Philip enter London after their marriage
Invasion of England
Earl of Leicester maintained a force of 4,000 soldiers at West Tilbury, Essex, to defend the Thames Estuary against any incursion up-river towards London.
Invasion of England
On 8 August (18 August New Style) Queen Elizabeth went to Tilbury to encourage her forces, and the next day gave to them what is probably her most famous speech.
Invasion of England
The threat of invasion from The Netherlands had not yet been discounted by the English, and Robert Dudley.
Invasion of England
Earl of Leicester maintained a force of 4,000 soldiers at West Tilbury, Essex, to defend the Thames Estuary against any incursion up-river towards London.
Invasion of England
On 8 August (18 August New Style) Queen Elizabeth went to Tilbury to encourage her forces, and the next day gave to them what is probably her most famous speech.
Invasion of England
The threat of invasion from The Netherlands had not yet been discounted by the English, and Robert Dudley.
Spanish Armada, 1st
Earl of Leicester maintained a force of 4,000 soldiers at West Tilbury, Essex, to defend the Thames Estuary against any incursion up-river towards London.
Spanish Armada, 1st
On 8 August (18 August New Style) Queen Elizabeth went to Tilbury to encourage her forces, and the next day gave to them what is probably her most famous speech.
Spanish Armada, 1st
The threat of invasion from The Netherlands had not yet been discounted by the English, and Robert Dudley.
Spanish Armada, 1st
Earl of Leicester maintained a force of 4,000 soldiers at West Tilbury, Essex, to defend the Thames Estuary against any incursion up-river towards London.
Spanish Armada, 1st
On 8 August (18 August New Style) Queen Elizabeth went to Tilbury to encourage her forces, and the next day gave to them what is probably her most famous speech.
Spanish Armada, 1st
The threat of invasion from The Netherlands had not yet been discounted by the English, and Robert Dudley.
Speech
"My loving people, we have been persuaded by some that are careful of our safety, to take heed how we commit ourselves to armed multitudes for fear of treachery; but, I do assure you, I do not desire to live to distrust my faithful and loving people.
Speech
I know already, for your forwardness, you have deserved rewards and crowns, and, we do assure you, on the word of a prince, they shall be duly paid you.
Speech
I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart and stomach of a king - and of a King of England too, and think foul scorn that Parma or Spain, or any prince of Europe, should dare
Speech
In the mean time, my lieutenant general shall be in my stead, than whom never prince commanded a more noble or worthy subject; not doubting but by your obedience to my general, by your concord in the camp, and your valour in the field, we shall shortly have a famous victory over those enemies of my God, of my kingdom, and of my people."
Speech
Let tyrants fear, I have always so behaved myself, that under God I have placed my chiefest strength and safeguard in the loyal hearts and goodwill of my subjects; and, therefore, I am come amongst you as you see at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being
Speech
resolved, in the midst and heat of battle, to live or die amongst you all – to lay down for my God, and for my kingdoms, and for my people, my honour and my blood even in the dust.
Speech
to invade the borders of my realm; to which, rather than any dishonour should grow by me, I myself will take up arms - I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field.
Commercial Peace
Restores formal peaceful relations intended to reopen normal trade and maritime contact with Spanish territories.
Dutch Revolt Settlement
Obtains an English commitment to end official military and financial support for the Dutch rebellion.
End of Dutch Support
Agrees that England will end official assistance to Dutch forces fighting Spanish rule.
English Channel Access
Restores peacetime passage for Spanish shipping through waters controlled by England.
English Peace Delegation
Serves as an English commissioner during the final negotiations with the Spanish delegation.
English Peace Delegation
Serves among the principal English commissioners negotiating peace with Spain and the Spanish Netherlands.
English Peace Delegation
Takes part in the Somerset House negotiations that end the Anglo-Spanish War.
English Peace Delegation
Participates in the conference that agrees the terms ending war between England and Spain.
English Peace Delegation
Represents James I in the English delegation that settles the terms of peace with Spain.
Port Access Agreement
Gains reciprocal access for Spanish ships to English ports for shelter, supplies and repairs under treaty rules.
Privateering Restrictions
Accepts peace terms ending official English wartime attacks on Spanish maritime traffic.
Recognition of English Monarchy
Accepts James I's Protestant monarchy and abandons wartime hopes of imposing a Catholic settlement on England.
Spanish Delegation
Heads the Spanish royal delegation that concludes the peace settlement with James I's commissioners.
Spanish Peace Delegation
Acts as a leading Spanish negotiator during preparations for the final peace agreement.
Spanish Peace Delegation
Represents Philip III in the Spanish delegation negotiating the London peace settlement.
Spanish Shipping Protection
Secures an end to English wartime attacks that had disrupted Spanish Atlantic shipping and colonial commerce.
Status Quo Peace
Accepts a negotiated settlement that largely restores relations without a decisive territorial victory for either crown.
Treaty of London
Concludes peace with Spain and the Spanish Netherlands, ending the long Anglo-Spanish War.
Treaty of London
Accepts peace with James I, ending open war while England ends wartime attacks on Spanish shipping and support for the Dutch revolt.
Alliance Weakening
The Treaty of Travendal removes Denmark from Augustus II's anti-Swedish coalition.
Travendal Settlement
Charles XII forces Denmark-Norway to make peace and abandon hostilities against Sweden.
Treaty of Travendal
Denmark is forced out of the anti-Swedish alliance, weakening Augustus II's coalition against Charles XII.
Treaty of Travendal
Denmark-Norway makes peace and withdraws from the first anti-Swedish coalition.
Treaty of Travendal
Forces Denmark-Norway out of the war temporarily.
Parlement
The Parlement of Paris forbids foreigners in the administration of royal revenues
Invasion of Great Britain
Charles leaves Kinlochmoidart and the Clanranald MacDonalds helped transport Charles stores to Glenfinnan, where Charles planned a meeting of the chiefs of the clans
Major
Appointed Member of Washingtons HQ
Major
Appointed Member of Washingtons HQ
Trial
Reinstated after a trial
Lafayette Sieyes and Sixth Bureau Texts Chosen
The Assembly decides to use the projects of Lafayette, Sieyes and the Sixth Bureau as the principal basis for renewed drafting.
Congratulations after Italian Victories
La Revelliere-Lepeaux wrote to Josephine Bonaparte after the victories of Lonato and Castiglione and praised Napoleon's military success.
Constitution of France
The Tribunate is abolished leaving Napoleon in total power
Peerage
Created Marquess of Wellington
Peerage
Created Marquess of Wellington
Siege of Smolensk
The Russians set fire to Smolensk fearing the French might cut off their retreat
Prime Minister of Great Britain
Appointed Prime Minister of Great Britain, 2nd term
Capture of Santa Fe
Armijo withdraws before Kearny enters Santa Fe
Capture of Santa Fe
Kearny occupies Santa Fe without major resistance and proclaims American authority in New Mexico
Atmospheric Goods Train Demonstration
An atmospheric-powered train hauls eleven goods wagons on the South Devon Railway during experimental running.
August Alliance
The Hanoverian army capitulates after encirclement despite its tactical victory at Langensalza.
August Alliance
The Peace of Prague authorizes a new federal organization north of the Main.
Constitution
The North German states agree to form a federal state based on the Prussian proposals of June 1866. They agree to have a Parliament elected to discuss a draft constitution
North German Confederation
Prussia and a large number of North and Central German states sign a Bundnis (alliance). The treaty created a military alliance for one year
North German Confederation
The North German Confederation is the alliance of 22 German states (Augustbundnis)
North German Confederation
The North German states agree to form a federal state based on the Prussian proposals of June 1866. They agree to have a Parliament elected to discuss a draft constitution
Unification
The North German Confederation is the alliance of 22 German states (Augustbundnis)
Solar Helium Spectrum
Observes a new yellow spectral line during a solar eclipse.
Yellow Solar Spectral Line
Provides evidence for helium in the Suns atmosphere.
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer
Bureau of Immigration
The Bureau of Immigration is established by Congress
House of Lords Veto Restricted
Limits the Lords' veto and reduces maximum parliamentary duration.
Parliament Act Royal Assent
Secures Royal Assent for the Parliament Act.
Parliament Act Royal Assent
Secures Royal Assent for the Parliament Act.
Second Mounted Division Lands at Suvla
Peyton's dismounted 2nd Mounted Division completes its arrival at Suvla after landing during the night of 17 to 18 August.
Council of Munitions
Announces plans to create a streamlined department composed of a council of 11 members
Action at Outersteene Ridge
The Flanders Advance is also known as the Fifth Battle of Ypres.
Resignation of Ludwig Beck
Resigns over Hitler's policy on Czech, believes Germany is not equipped for war
Resignation of Ludwig Beck
Resigns over Hitler's policy on Czech, believes Germany is not equipped for war
BBC Eastern Service
Begins work for the BBC Eastern Service.
Landing on Guadalcanal
Ichiki lands the first echelon of his detachment east of the American perimeter on Guadalcanal.
Siege of Trun
Trun is liberated on the morning of August 18
Suicide
Kills himself while on his way back to Germany to explain himself to Hitler. Death of Kluge, suicide
Tamburitza Boogie
The phrase "rock and roll" is heard on Louis Jordan and His Tympany Fives version of "Tamburitza Boogie", recorded in New York City
Post-Verano Invasion Columns Planned
Castro prepares columns under Camilo Cienfuegos and Che Guevara for operations beyond the Sierra Maestra.
Prime Minister
Becomes prime minister after the fall of Souvanna Phouma coalition
Radio Rebelde Victory Address
Castro broadcasts an account of the defeated summer offensive and rebel treatment of prisoners.
Beatles, The
The Beatles make their debut at the Indra Club
Beatles, The
The Beatles make their debut at the Indra Club
Beatles, The
The Beatles make their debut at the Indra Club
Operation Budget Approved
Eisenhower approves a thirteen-million-dollar budget for the covert Cuban operation.
Operation Funding Expanded
Eisenhower approves additional funding for training, aircraft and covert facilities.
Beatles, The
Joins the Beatles as drummer, replacing Pete Best.
Operation Starlite
Thi provides intelligence that helps trigger the Marine attack against the Viet Cong 1st Regiment
Operation Starlite
Peatross commands regimental landing forces during Operation Starlite
Operation Starlite
Tru commands Viet Cong forces targeted by the Marine assault near Van Tuong
Operation Starlite
Walt directs the first major US Marine offensive operation of the war
Siege of Chu Lai
1st major U.S. ground operation in Vietnam as U.S. Marines wage a preemptive strike against 1500 Viet Cong planning to assault the U.S. airfield at Chu Lai
Starlite
1st major U.S. ground operation in Vietnam as U.S. Marines wage a preemptive strike against 1500 Viet Cong planning to assault the U.S. airfield at Chu Lai
Destroy Four Olds
Jiang Qing encourages attacks on old culture as Red Guards mobilise in Beijing
Red August
Song Binbin is linked to the Red Guard moment when Mao receives student rebels in Tiananmen Square
Red Guard Armband
Mao wears a Red Guard armband, giving symbolic endorsement to student rebels
Red Guard Rally
Lin Biao appears with Mao at the first great Red Guard rally in Tiananmen Square
Red Guard Rally
Mao receives and addresses a vast Red Guard rally in Tiananmen Square
Concert
Hendrix headlines the Woodstock music festival, gives a rendition of the Star Spangled Banner, a solo improvisation which became a defining moment of the 1960s
CIA Secretary Request Refused
Hunt requested temporary use of a CIA secretary he had known during his Agency career, but the request was refused.
Who Are You Album
Release the album Who Are You.
Assembly of Experts
Beheshti plays a leading role as the Assembly of Experts begins work on the constitution
Drama
Plays keyboards on Drama, giving Yes a sharper early-1980s sound.
Drama
Sings on Drama, the only Yes studio album with him as lead vocalist.
Protection of Foreign Nationals
Iraq is told to respect diplomatic and consular protections.
UN Resolution 664
Security Council demands safe departure of foreign nationals from Kuwait.
Coup
Imprisoned at his holiday villa, dacha, in the Crimea by hardline communists
Coup
Gorbachev is detained in his summer residence on the orders of Kryuchkov
Transfer
Leaves Newcastle for 450,000 pounds, joining Bolton Wanderers
Barcelona First-Team Debut
Makes his competitive Barcelona debut in the Spanish Super Cup.
Spanish Super Cup Appearance
Begins a first-team career defined by midfield control and passing.
Gold Medal
On their way to winning the gold medal, the British Team pursuit break their own world record in a time of 3:53:314, beating their Danish competitors by 6.7 seconds
Presidential Resignation
Musharraf resigns while facing parliamentary impeachment proceedings.
World Record
On their way to winning the gold medal, the British Team pursuit break their own world record in a time of 3:53:314, beating their Danish competitors by 6.7 seconds
Second Chelsea Premier League Debut
Begins his second Chelsea spell with a Premier League victory over Hull City.
Prime Minister of Pakistan
Imran Khan becomes Prime Minister after the general election.
California Wildfires
Declares a state of emergency during major California wildfires.
Coup
Resigns after being detained during a military coup.
Democratic Nomination
Is formally nominated by the Democratic Party.
Resignation after Military Coup
Keita resigns after soldiers detain him and members of his government during a military coup.
Camp David Trilateral Summit
Hosts leaders of Japan and South Korea.
Washington Peace and Security Summit
Meets Donald Trump and European leaders to discuss security guarantees and possible direct talks with Russia.
Real Madrid Return
Is formally unveiled for a second spell as Real Madrid manager, signing a contract through June 2029.
Births on August 18
Birth of Franz Josef I
Franz Joseph I is born at Schoenbrunn Palace, eldest son of Archduke Franz Karl and Princess Sophie.
Birth of Patrick Swayze
Birth of Patrick Swayze
Deaths on August 18
Death of Paul IV
Paul IV dies after a severe and controversial pontificate
Death of Guenther Hans von Kluge
Death of Kluge, suicide
Battles on August 18
Battle of Staffarda
Catinat defeats the Savoyard and Imperial army at Staffarda, giving France the initiative in Piedmont.
Battle of Staffarda
Eugene of Savoy serves with the Allied army during the defeat at Staffarda.
Battle of Staffarda
Victor Amadeus II commands the Savoyard army defeated by Catinat at Staffarda.
Battle of Camden
Defeated by the British & relieved of his command
Battle of Smolensk
The Russians set fire to Smolensk fearing the French might cut off their retreat. Leads a Russian Army of 120,000 to stop the French advance but forced back to Smolensk
Battle of Gravelotte
Commands the siege at the hamlet of St Privatla Montaigne
Battle of Gravelotte
Commands the Prussian forces which defeat the French under bazaine
Battle of Britain
Advocates concentrating fighters into larger formations against German raids.
Battle of Britain
Leads No. 242 Squadron during the Battle of Britain.
Battle of Britain
Commits large Luftwaffe forces during the day later called the Hardest Day.
Battle of Britain
Heavy losses reduce subsequent use of Ju 87 dive bombers in the battle.
Battle of Britain
Directs Fighter Command responses as Kenley and other airfields are attacked.
Battle of Britain
No. 11 Group fights sustained engagements over south-east England.
Battle of Smolensk
About 300,000 Russian prisoners are taken
Coronations on August 18
Coronation
Refuses to attend the coronation of Edward I