Historical Events
Estates-General Convened
French King Louis XVI convenes the Estates-General, held in May 1789
Famous Deaths
- Louis-François-Armand du Plessis, duke de Richelieu, French marshal of France and grand-nephew of Cardinal Richelieu, dies at 92
Died in 1788 1788 Highlights
About August 8, 1788
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 235 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
