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What happened today in history (May 8): the treaty of Brétigny was signed between Britain and France, the West German constitution was adopted, a French nuclear test was conducted in the Mururoa atoll , etc

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Today in History, May 8: The first day of this week has begun and you must prepare yourself for the days ahead. Although you may be busy with some activities, we are here to briefly inform you about some important historical events that happened today. So without further ado, let’s get started. Today was the day Mahatma Gandhi began a 21-day fast to end British tyranny in India, a French nuclear test was conducted in the Mururoa atoll and the Appingedam football team was founded. Keep reading the article to know more.

Historical events on this day

In 1360, the Treaty of Brétigny was signed between England and France.
In 1521, the Parliament of Worms issued regulations against Martin Luther.
In 1541, the Mississippi River was discovered by Hernando de Soto.
In 1624, the Treaty of Vienna was signed between Roman Emperor Ferdinand II and King Bethlen Gabor.
In 1660, Charles Stuart was proclaimed King Charles II of England by parliament.
In 1741, the Treaty of Nymphenburg was signed between France and Bavaria.
In 1933, Mahatma Gandhi began a 21-day fast to end British tyranny in India.
In 1949, the West German constitution was adopted.
In 1963, US President John F. Kennedy offered to support Israel from attacks by neighboring countries.
In 1985, a French nuclear test was conducted on the Mururoa atoll.

Sports event today

In 1919, the Appingedam football team was founded.
In 1970, the Knicks defeated the Lakers 113-99 in the NBA championship.
In 1993, Lennox Lewis defeated Tony Tucker to win the heavyweight boxing title.

Today’s Arts and Culture Events

In 1952, ‘La Ronde’ won Best Film at the 5th British Film and Television Awards.
In 1963, the first James Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ was released in the US.
In 2001, the Dixie Chicks, Toby Keith and Faith Hill won the 36th Academy of Country Music Awards.

Notable deaths on this day

S. NO	Year of death	Personality
first	1994	George Peppard is an American actor and film director best remembered for his role as Paul Varjak in the film ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’.
2	1988	Robert A. Heinlein is an American science fiction writer best remembered for the books ‘Starship Troopers’ and ‘The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress’
3	two thousand and thirteen	Wilma Jeanne Cooper is an American actress best known for her role as Katherine Chancellor on the television series ‘The Young and the Restless’.
4	2022	Dennis Waterman is an English actor and singer best known for his roles in the television series ‘New Tricks’, ‘Minder’ and ‘The Sweeney’.

Famous birthdays on this day

S. NO	Year of Birth	Personality
first	1926	David Attenborough is a British broadcaster and naturalist best known for his work on nature documentaries such as ‘Blue Planet’ and ‘Planet Earth’.
2	1964	Melissa Gilbert is an American actress best known for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder in the television series ‘Little House on the Prairie’.
3	1975	Enrique Iglesias is a Spanish singer, songwriter and actor best known for his songs ‘Hero’, ‘Escape’ and ‘I Like It’.
4	1981	Stephen Amell is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Oliver Queen in the television series ‘Arrow’.

Conclusion

These are the major events that happened on May 8. We come up with such articles every day. Keep reading them for updates.

Frequently asked questions

What happened today in history (May 8)?

The Treaty of Brétigny was signed between Britain and France, the West German constitution was adopted, a French nuclear test was conducted in the Mururoa atoll, etc.

Which famous person was born on this day (May 8)?

David Attenborough, Melissa Gilbert, Stephen Amell and many other famous people were born on this day.

What sporting events happened today?

Lennox Lewis defeated Tony Tucker to win the heavyweight boxing championship, the Knicks beat the Lakers 113-99 in the NBA championship, etc.

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