Historical Events
- 1st battle at Gioto: Sardinia-Piemonte beats Austrians
- Battle at Xaquixaguana, Peru: Pedro de la Gasca beats Gonzalo Pizarro
Famous Deaths
- Domenico Gaetano Maria Donizetti, Italian composer, dies at 50
About April 8, 1848
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 174 years, 11 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
