19981119

19981119 is a date written in the YYYYMMDD format, representing November 19, 1998. In ISO 8601 notation, the same date is written as 1998-11-19. This numeric form is commonly used in data systems, file naming, and archival records because it preserves chronological order when sorted lexicographically.

In the Gregorian calendar, 1998 was not a leap year. November 19 is the 323rd day of the year, with 42 days remaining. The date sits in late autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and late spring in the Southern Hemisphere, contributing to regional seasonal distinctions around the world.

As a contiguous numeric string, 19981119 is favored in computing and data management for its predictable sort order and compact representation. It appears in timestamps, database keys, version stamps, and log entries where uniformity and easy comparison are advantageous. The format is part of a broader set of date notation practices that aim to minimize ambiguity across locales and systems.

There is no universally recognized historical event exclusively associated with this date in widely cited sources. Any notable occurrences tied to 19981119 are typically recorded within topic- or region-specific histories or in articles dedicated to particular events.

See also: date notation, ISO 8601, YYYYMMDD format.