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
Died in 1848 1848 Highlights
About April 8, 1848
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 176 years, 3 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
