1. On August 18, 1922, the historic Maine coastline town of Camden was hit by a devastating fire that destroyed much of the downtown area. The blaze started in a garage on Bay View Street and quickly spread to neighboring buildings, ultimately destroying over 100 homes and buildings. The fire prompted widespread evacuations and required the assistance of firefighters from numerous towns and cities to bring under control.

2. On August 18, 1960, the United States Navy launched the USS Maine, a nuclear-powered submarine named in honor of the state of Maine. The vessel served in numerous conflicts and was decommissioned in 1997, now resting as a museum in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

3. The town of Bethel, Maine celebrates "Molly Ockett Day" each year on August 18 in honor of a Native American medicine woman and healer who lived in the area in the 1700s. Molly Ockett was known for her skills in traditional herbal medicine and was respected and revered by the local community.

4. August 18, 1920 was the day that Maine became the twelfth state to ratify the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote nationwide. Maine played an important role in the women's suffrage movement, with early activists like Mary Grace Quackenbos working tirelessly to secure equal rights for women.

5. On August 18, 1934, the Seabees were established as a construction battalion of the US Navy. The Seabees were formed in response to the need for skilled workers to build and maintain military structures and infrastructure during World War II. Many Maine residents have served with the Seabees and the units have contributed significantly to the state's economy over the years.