Famous Birthdays
- Antonio Cagnoni, Italian composer, born in Godiasco, Kingdom of Lombardy–Venetia (d. 1896)
Jules Verne (1828-1905)
French novelist known as the "Father of Science Fiction" (Around the World in 80 days), born in Nantes, France
About February 8, 1828
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 196 years, 3 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius