Sri Lanka on May 18

This is 18th of May. It is day 138 of the year. As of today, there are 227 days left until the end of the year. If you are curious about the most important and notable historical footprint of Sri Lanka, let us delve into more On This Day events to uncover fascinating tidbits from the nation's history that covers for 365 days.

Today’s Highlight

• 1638 – Dutch Admiral Adam Westerwolt successfully captured Batticaloa Fort from the Portuguese, defeating them in battle.
• 1992 – Vathappali Kannagi Amman temple massacre in Mullaitivu led to the deaths of 23 people.
• 2009 – Sri Lankan armed forces announced the death of LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran in combat.
• 2009 – Sri Lankan government declared victory over the LTTE, concluding nearly 26 years of conflict.

International observance

• International Museum Day

Local observances

• Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day (Sri Lankan Tamils)