Daily Facts about January 18

2023

Winnie-the-Pooh Day is celebrated on the birthday of author A.A. Milne, who created the beloved character Winnie-the-Pooh.

1919

The Paris Peace Conference commences, setting the stage for the negotiation of various treaties aimed at formally concluding World War I.

1788

The first fleet of British ships arrives in New South Wales, Australia, beginning European colonization of the continent.

1788

The initial fleet of British ships reaches New South Wales, Australia, marking the commencement of European settlement on the continent.