Historical Events on February 18

17 significant historical events occurred on February 18. February 18 has been the date of various historical events. In 1943, Joseph Goebbels gave his notorious Sportpalast speech, declaring Nazi Germany's policy of total war. In 1980, Mount St. Helens began erupting, which dramatically changed Washington state's terrain. The date also includes sporting events, such as biathlon competitions at the 2022 Winter Olympics.