Historical Events
- World War I: The Allies launch the Hundred Days Offensive, beginning with the Battle of Amiens where 500 tanks and 10 Allied divisions attacked German lines
Famous Deaths
- Gertrude E. Durden Rush, American composer and playwright, dies at 38
Died in 1918 1918 Highlights
About August 8, 1918
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 105 years, 8 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
