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What Happened on December 8, 1907

Historical Events

  • King Gustaf V of Sweden accedes to the Swedish throne.

Famous Birthdays

  • Tony Aubin, French composer (Actaeon; Sinfonie Romantique), conductor, and educator (Paris Conservatory, 1944-77), born in Paris (d. 1981)

Famous Deaths

  • Oscar II Fredrik, King of Sweden (1872-1907), King of Norway (1872-1905) and poet, dies at 78
Died in 1907 1907 Highlights

About December 8, 1907

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 116 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Sagittarius