Historical Events
- Great Northern War: Battle of Dynekilen, a Danish-Norwegian force under Peter Tordenskjold traps and defeats Swedish force
Famous Deaths
- Robert South, English churchman (b. 1634)
Died in 1716 1716 Highlights
About July 8, 1716
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 308 years and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Cancer
