Historical Events
- France & Germany sign treaty about Morocco
Famous Deaths
- Catulle Mendès, French poet, dies at 67
- Edouard Silas, Dutch composer, dies at 80
- Mieczysław Karłowicz, Polish composer and conductor (Rebirth Symphony, Op. 7), dies in an avalanche while on a skiing excursion at 32
1909 Highlights
About February 8, 1909
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 113 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius