The Standard Time Act is Established
On March 19th, 1918, the U.S. Congress passed the Standard Time Act, establishing standard time and daylight saving time in the United States. This act aimed to conserve energy during World War I and has since become a regular practice in many countries worldwide, affecting millions of people’s daily routines twice a year.
Representation of the People Act Grants Women the Right to Vote in the UK
A significant milestone in the fight for women’s suffrage took place on February 6th, 1918, as the Representation of the People Act granted voting rights to women over 30 in the United Kingdom.
Women in the United Kingdom Vote for the First Time
December 14th, 1918, is a historic day as women in the United Kingdom voted in a general election for the first time. This was a crucial step forward in the fight for women’s suffrage.
World War I Armistice Day
On this day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, an armistice was signed, ending the hostilities of World War I. This day is now observed as Remembrance Day in many countries, honoring the sacrifices of military personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty.