How Many Days Until April 8th

Knowing how many days ahead we have until a specific date can be very important in many situations - find out how many days are left until April 8th.


 

April 8th: Day Overview and Fun Facts

  • Day of the Year: April 8th is the 98th day of the year in common years and the 99th in leap years.
  • Days Remaining: There are 267 days left in the year after April 8th.

Fun Facts About April 8th

  • First Venus Transit Observed: On April 8, 1639, Jeremiah Horrocks and William Crabtree became the first astronomers to observe and record a transit of Venus across the sun. This event was a milestone in early astronomical observations.
  • The 17th Amendment Ratified: On April 8, 1913, the 17th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, establishing the direct election of U.S. senators by popular vote, rather than selection by state legislatures.
  • Hank Aaron Breaks Babe Ruth’s Record: On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run, surpassing Babe Ruth’s long-standing record. The historic moment took place in Atlanta, Georgia, and remains one of the greatest achievements in baseball history.
  • The Boston Marathon Bombing Trial Verdict: On April 8, 2015, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was convicted on all 30 counts related to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, a key moment in modern U.S. legal history.
  • Pablo Picasso’s First Exhibit: On April 8, 1901, the legendary Spanish artist Pablo Picasso held his first major exhibition in Paris, marking the beginning of his rise as a global icon in the art world.
  • First African-American Governor of Louisiana: On April 8, 1872, P.B.S. Pinchback, the first African-American governor of any U.S. state, completed his term as acting governor of Louisiana.
  • Mount Vesuvius Eruption Ends: On April 8, 1906, one of Mount Vesuvius’ most devastating eruptions ended, leaving widespread destruction in its wake and displacing thousands of residents near Naples, Italy.
  • Apollo 6 Splashdown: On April 8, 1968, NASA's Apollo 6 mission returned to Earth after completing a test flight of the Saturn V rocket, paving the way for future manned lunar missions.
  • "Twin Peaks" Debuts: On April 8, 1990, the iconic mystery television series Twin Peaks, created by David Lynch and Mark Frost, premiered on ABC. It became a cultural phenomenon and remains a cult classic.

Notable Birthdays:

  • Gautama Buddha (circa 563 BCE): April 8th is traditionally celebrated as the birthdate of Siddhartha Gautama, known as Buddha, in many Buddhist traditions.
  • Betty Ford (1918): Former First Lady of the United States and founder of the Betty Ford Center for addiction treatment.
  • Kofi Annan (1938): Ghanaian diplomat and former Secretary-General of the United Nations, recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

Fun Observation

April 8th is a day of historic breakthroughs, from pioneering achievements in astronomy and sports to cultural milestones in art and television. It highlights humanity’s enduring legacy of exploration, creativity, and innovation.


Number of Days Until Calendar

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