On November 18th:

 1307  William Tell Shoots the Apple

Legend has it that on November 18th, 1307, Swiss folk hero William Tell shot an apple off his son’s head with a crossbow. This iconic tale has become a symbol of resistance against tyranny.

 1928  Mickey Mouse Makes His Debut in “Steamboat Willie”

November 18th, 1928, witnessed the debut of the beloved Mickey Mouse in the animated short film “Steamboat Willie.” This iconic character would go on to become the mascot of The Walt Disney Company.

 1978  Jonestown Massacre in Guyana

Tragically, on November 18th, 1978, the Jonestown Massacre occurred in Guyana, where over 900 members of the People’s Temple died in a mass murder-suicide. This event remains one of the most tragic incidents in modern history.