Historical Events
- Laki volcano in southern Iceland begins 8-month eruption, killing 10,000 and causing widespread famines throughout Asia and Europe
Famous Birthdays
- Joseph Lincke, German cellist and composer, born in Trachenberg, Silesia (now Żmigród, Poland) (d. 1837)
About June 8, 1783
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 240 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
