Historical Events
- War of the Pacific: the Chilean Navy defeats the Peruvian Navy in the Battle of Angamos, Peruvian Admiral Miguel Grau is killed in the encounter.
Famous Birthdays
- Chen Duxiu, Chinese revolutionary socialist and author who co-founded the Chinese Communist Party with Li Dazhao and was the 1st General Secretary (1921-27), born in Anqing, Anhui, Qing dynasty of China (d. 1927)
Famous Deaths
- Miguel Grau Seminario 'Gentleman of the Seas', Peruvian Admiral, dies during the Battle of Angamos at 45
Died in 1879 1879 Highlights
About October 8, 1879
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 144 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
