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What Happened on July 8, 1788

Famous Deaths

  • Armand de Vignerot du Plessis, French marshal and statesman, 3rd Duke of Richilieu, dies at 92
Died in 1788 1788 Highlights

About July 8, 1788

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 236 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Cancer