Invasion of England
Forced to disband his army & order his fleet back to London
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September 8 in History
This permanent archive page contains 177 World History Database records for September 8, spanning 1066 to 2025. Recorded topics include Invasion of England; Mobilization; Arrest of Gruffydd ap Rhys.
Total: 177Events: 144Births: 3Deaths: 4Battles: 24Coronations: 2Countries: 34
Events on September 8
Mobilization
Embarks on a new Crusade to the Holy Land but his army is stricken with fever
Arrest of Gruffydd ap Rhys
Captures Gruffydd ap Rhys & imprisons him in Cardiff
Siege of Paris
Joan of Arcs army launches an assault against Paris, Joan is shot by an arrow while trying to find a place for her troops to cross the citys moat & the troops are withdrawn against her wishes
Siege of Paris
Leads an attack on the Porte Sainte-Honore where she is injured by a crossbow wound. Joan of Arcs army launches an assault against Paris, Joan is shot by an arrow while trying to find a place for her troops to cross the citys moat & the troops are withdrawn against her wishes
Siege of Porte Sainte-Honore
Leads an attack on the Porte Sainte-Honore where she is injured by a crossbow wound
Capture of Turkey
Establishes John Zapolyai as his puppet King of Hungary
Scandal
An inquest says Dudleys wifes death was accidental
Suicide
An inquest says Dudleys wifes death was accidental
Invasion of Malta
Turkish defeat ends Moslem expansion in the Mediterranean. Suleyman I the Magnificent orders the embarkation of Turkish survivors. Suleyman I the Magnificent calls off the invasion
Invasion of Malta
Turkish defeat ends Moslem expansion in the Mediterranean. Suleyman I the Magnificent orders the embarkation of Turkish survivors. Suleyman I the Magnificent calls off the invasion
Siege of Valetta
Turkish defeat ends Moslem expansion in the Mediterranean
Siege of Valetta
Turkish defeat ends Moslem expansion in the Mediterranean
Reballion of Rebels in Arklow
Defeated by the Earl of Tyrone at Arklow
Refuge at Moseley Old Hall
Charles II remains concealed at Moseley Old Hall before moving to Bentley Hall and continuing his escape under disguise.
Refuge at Moseley Old Hall
Whitgreave shelters Charles II at Moseley Old Hall while Parliamentarian soldiers continue searching for the defeated Royalist leader.
Capture of Warsaw
Loses Warsaw to Charles X Gustav during the Swedish Deluge
Capture of Warsaw
Captures Warsaw during the Swedish invasion of Poland
Capture of Warsaw
Leads Swedish forces that enter Warsaw during the Deluge
Articles of Surrender
Represents Dutch civic authority during the surrender negotiations with the English.
Capture of Fort Amsterdam
Takes Fort Amsterdam as the Dutch colony passes to English control.
Capture of New Amsterdam
Receives the surrender of New Amsterdam and begins English rule over New Netherland.
Governor of New York
Becomes English governor after the surrender of New Amsterdam.
Surrender of New Amsterdam
Surrenders New Amsterdam to Richard Nicolls after English ships enter the harbour.
Siege of Mainz
Charles V of Lorraine commands the Imperial army that forces the French garrison of Mainz to capitulate.
Surrender of Mainz
Huxelles capitulates after a costly defence and the surviving French garrison receives terms for withdrawal.
Convention
The Convention of Kloster-Zeven
Rule of Canada
Capitulates to the British, ending French dominion of Canada
Rule of Canada
Vaudreuil capitulates to the British, ending French dominion of Canada
Marriage
Marries Charlotte, daughter of Charles Duke of Mecklenburg-Strelitz
Election to National Convention
Paris voters sent Desmoulins to the Convention, where he took his seat with the Montagnards.
Siege of Dunkirk
Helps generals Houchard & Jourdan relieve Dunkirk
Invasion of Denmark
The Danes capitulate rather then endure further damage to Copenhagen
Siege of Moscow
The French forces burn Moscow
Invasion of Peru
San Martins forces land at Pisci
Peerage
Created the Duke of St Andrews
Capture of Sevastopol
French victory at the Battle of Malakoff brings about the capture of Sevastopol, and closes the Crimean War.
Great Redan
Commands the British Light Division during the final assault on the Great Redan.
Great Redan
Commands the Second Division involved in the final British assault on the Great Redan.
Great Redan
Directs British attacks against the Great Redan.
Great Redan
Leads troops during the British assault on the Great Redan and gains prominence for his conduct.
Siege of Sevastopol
The French capture of the Malakoff forces Russia to evacuate the southern side of Sevastopol.
Constitution of Spain
Restores otder under a centralise republic
Coup
During the Carlist risings Emilio Castelar is made ruler of Spain
Coup
During the Carlist risings Emilio Castelar is made ruler of Spain
Coup
During the Carlist risings Emilio Castelar is made ruler of Spain
Economy of USA
Financial panic is caused by over-production & withdrawal of foreign capital
Government
Forms a ministry after the break-up of Lanzas Government
Invasion of France
Germany completes its evacuation of France
First League Match
Villa begins its Football League history with a draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
South Pole Attempt
Begins an early start for the Pole but turns back after severe cold shows that the attempt is premature
South Pole Expedition
A small group, including Hjalmar Johansen, Kristian Prestrud and Jørgen Stubberud, set out on 8 September 1911, but had to abandon their trek due to extreme temperatures
Invasion of Serbia
Austrian forces begin second invasion of Serbia
Siege of Nancy
Calls off Prince Ruprechts siege of Nancy
Zimmerwald Manifest
Drafts the Zimmerwald Manifest, adopted by the international socialist conference opposing the continuation of the war.
Social Legislation
Promulgates major labour and social insurance laws after military pressure on Congress.
Briand Welcomes Germany into League
Briand welcomes Germany's admission to the League as a further step in the reconciliation associated with Locarno.
Britain Welcomes Germany into League after Locarno
Chamberlain welcomes Germany's League membership as a major fulfilment of the diplomatic process begun at Locarno.
German League Council Seat Secured
Germany enters the League of Nations and receives a permanent seat on the Council.
Germany Admitted to League of Nations
Stresemann leads the German delegation as Germany enters the League of Nations with a permanent Council seat.
Germany Joins League
His government secures Germany's admission to the League.
Germany Joins League
Germany enters the League with a Council seat.
League of Nations
Germany joins the League of Nations
League of Nations
Germany enters the League of Nations, the vote is unanimous
Spirit of Locarno Consolidated
Germany's League admission is widely presented as a major consequence of the diplomatic reconciliation achieved at Locarno.
Bombing of London
The Chancellor agrees with Churchill & air-raid damage is charged to the state
Armistice
Italy signs an armistice with the Allies in secret
Armistice
Italy announces an armistice
Armistice
Italy announces an armistice
Armistice
Italy announces an armistice
Armistice Announced
Broadcasts the announcement that Italy has accepted an armistice with the Allied powers.
Armistice Broadcast
Broadcasts the armistice announcement to the Italian people after the Allied declaration becomes public.
Armistice Crisis
Faces the collapse of Italian military authority after the public announcement of the armistice.
Armistice Naval Instructions
Orders the Italian fleet to avoid self-destruction and comply with the Allied armistice terms.
Italian Armistice Crisis Planning
Jodl's operations staff helps coordinate German measures following Italy's armistice with the Allies.
Italian Fleet Armistice Orders
As Navy Minister, transmits orders requiring major Italian naval units to comply with the armistice and sail to Allied-controlled ports.
Result of Surrender of Italy
Italy's surrender removes the country from the Axis war effort and opens the peninsula to further Allied operations.
Surrender of Italy
Italy surrenders to the Allies
Bombing of Britain
Germany fires the first V2 rockets at Britain
Bombing of London
London is hit by V-2 rockets for first time, missiles falling on Epping and Chiswick
Carpathian-Dukla Operation
Begins offensive toward Slovakia through the Carpathians.
Invasion of Vietnam
France releases 1,700 POWs to fight the Vietminh. France attempts to recover Vietnam from communist resistance led by Ho Chi Minh
Defense Production Act
The Act authorises priorities, allocations and financial support for national-defence production.
Independence of Japan
Japan regains its status as an independent country
Peace Treaty
The US & 49 other powers sign a peace Treaty with Japan, Russia boycotts the session
Peace Treaty
Japan signs the international Peace Treaty, officially ending the war for Japan. Japan regains its status as an independent country. Japanese reparations are abolished. 48 nations sign the peace Treaty
Reparations
All Japanese reparations are abolished
San Francisco Peace Treaty Exclusion
The San Francisco Peace Treaty is signed without Republic of China participation, creating new diplomatic challenges for Chiang’s government.
Treaty of Security
Japan & Washington sign the Japan Security Treaty
Treaty of Security
US troops are given bases in Japan for any confrontation with Russia. The SDF is created to protect Japan
Treaty Signed at San Francisco
The US & Japan sign a mutual security Treaty
Southeast Asia Collective Defense Treaty
The Southeast Asia Collective Defense Treaty is signed, creating the framework for SEATO.
First Real Madrid European Cup Goal
Scores Real Madrid's first goal in European Cup competition against Servette.
Gwadar Agreement
Noon's government completes negotiations for Pakistan to acquire Gwadar from Oman.
Column 8 Reaches Camaguey
Guevara's Column 8 reaches Camaguey during its difficult westward march across Cuba.
Debut
Moore joins West Ham United as a player in 1956, and after advancing through their youth set-up and played his first game on 8 September 1958 against Manchester United
Election
Calls for n election to be held Eighth Oct
International Goodwill Tour Ends
Guevara returns to Cuba after a three-month government mission through Europe, Africa and Asia.
Parliamentary Support
Parliament rejects the competing dismissal orders and confirms support for Lumumba's government.
Plot
The OAS attempt to assassinate de Gaulle as a last hope to save French Algeria
Supply Overflight Coordination
Parrott coordinates Special Group notification procedures for approved supply flights over Cuba.
Coup
Gaddafi is announced to the Libyan people as the new Commander in Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces
President of Libya
Gaddafi is announced to the Libyan people as the new Commander in Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces
Nixon Pardon
Grants Richard Nixon a full, free and absolute pardon for federal offenses he committed or may have committed while president.
Pardon
Given a pardon by Gerald ford for involvement in Watergate
Pardon
Given a pardon by Gerald ford for involvement in Watergate
Pardon
Nixon receives a full presidential pardon from Gerald Ford for federal offenses he committed or may have committed while president.
Pardon
Receives a "full, complete & absolute pardon" from Gerald Ford.
Pardon Accepted
Accepts President Ford's pardon and states that he hopes the decision will help lift the burden of Watergate from the country.
Watergate
Nixon receives a "full, complete & absolute pardon" from Gerald Ford.
Watergate
Nixon receives a "full, complete & absolute pardon" from Gerald Ford.
Black Friday
The clerical leadership declared that "thousands have been massacred by Zionist troops"
Black Friday
The Shah introduced martial law, and banned all demonstrations but on September 8 thousands of protesters gathered in Tehran, security forces shot and killed dozens, in what became known as Black Friday
Buzzcocks
The Buzzcocks release "Ever Fallen in Love?"
Demonstrations
The clerical leadership declared that "thousands have been massacred by Zionist troops"
Demonstrations
The Shah introduced martial law, and banned all demonstrations but on September 8 thousands of protesters gathered in Tehran, security forces shot and killed dozens, in what became known as Black Friday
Martial Law
The Shah introduced martial law, and banned all demonstrations but on September 8 thousands of protesters gathered in Tehran, security forces shot and killed dozens, in what became known as Black Friday
Stage
Releases Stage, a live album documenting his late-1970s touring band and Berlin-era material.
Voyager 1 Asteroid Belt Crossing
Voyager 1 completes its passage through the asteroid belt while continuing toward Jupiter.
Something That I Said
Something That I Said enters the Official Singles Chart and reaches number twenty-nine.
Tomorrow's Girls Chart Entry
Tomorrow's Girls enters the Official Singles Chart and reaches number twenty-eight.
Security Measures
Tightens security measures after surviving the armed attack in Cajon del Maipo.
Ceasefire
The real IRA announce a ceasefire
IRA
The real IRA announce a ceasefire
IRA - Ceasefire
Government record concerning the IRA: The real IRA announce a ceasefire
IRA - Ceasefire
Historical IRA record under Labour Party Government: The real IRA announce a ceasefire
IRA - Ceasefire
IRA context for Anthony Charles Lynton Blair: The real IRA announce a ceasefire
Peace
The real IRA announce a ceasefire
Genesis Solar Wind Samples Return
Recovers scientifically valuable Genesis solar-wind samples after the return capsule makes a hard landing in Utah when its parachute system fails.
Election
Wins the presidential election as opposition candidate Ayman Nour disputes the official result.
Election
Dr. Ayman Nour, a dissident and candidate for the Al-Ghad party - Tomorrow party, contested the election results, and demanded a repeat of the election
Economy of Cuba
Deadly Hurricane Ike roared across Cuba, blowing buildings to rubble and sending waves surging over homes, 900,000 Cubans evacuated from its path, which forecasters said could take it to Louisiana or Texas
Hurricane
Deadly Hurricane Ike roared across Cuba, blowing buildings to rubble and sending waves surging over homes, 900,000 Cubans evacuated from its path, which forecasters said could take it to Louisiana or Texas
Invasion of Georgia
French President Nicolas Sarkozy pressed Moscow to honor its pledge to withdraw troops from Georgia, while Russian soldiers prevented international aid convoys from visiting Georgian villages in a tense zone around the breakaway province of South Ossetia
Prime Minister Takes Office
Bakytzhan Sagintayev becomes Prime Minister
Second Premiership Ends
Massimov leaves government leadership for security council duties
One Hundred International Goals
Scores his one hundredth senior international goal against Sweden.
Portugal Scoring Milestone
Becomes the first European man reaching one hundred international goals.
Real Madrid Presentation
Is presented as a Real Madrid player after joining from Rennes.
Balakliia Liberation
Announces Ukrainian advances as Balakliia is retaken during the Kharkiv counteroffensive.
Head of State Begins
Charles III becomes monarch and head of state after the death of Elizabeth II
Head of State Begins
Charles III becomes monarch and head of state after the death of Elizabeth II
Nuclear Forces Law
North Korea codifies nuclear weapons policy in law.
Government Confidence Vote
Loses a confidence vote and resigns as prime minister.
Births on September 8
Birth of Marin Mersenne
Marin Mersenne is born near Oize in the French province of Maine.
Birth of Georg Michaelis
Birth of Georg Michaelis
Birth of Hendrik Verwoerd
Birth of Hendrik Verwoerd
Deaths on September 8
Death of Amy Robsart
Dudley's wife Amy Robsart dies after falling down stairs
Death of Robert Dudley
Dudleys wife dies under suspicious circumstances
Death of Faisal I
Death of Faisal I, succeeded by his son, Ghazi, but there was much popular support among the Iraqi people for leadership under General Bakr Sidqi
Death of Ghazi
Death of Faisal I, succeeded by his son, Ghazi, but there was much popular support among the Iraqi people for leadership under General Bakr Sidqi
Battles on September 8
Battle of Kulikovo
Defeats the Mongols & defeats the myth of Mongol invincibility
Battle of Guns
Turned back at Guns after his invasion of Austro. Forced to withdraw from Austro along the Drava River
Battle of Hondschoote
Defeats an Anglo-Hanoverian army under the Duke of York
Battle of Hondschoote
Fights at the Battle of Hondschoote
Battle of Bassano
Massena fought at Bassano as Bonaparte pursued Austrian forces during the campaign around Mantua.
Battle of Bassano
Defeats the Austrians in Mantua
Battle of Bassano
Napoleon defeated Austrian forces at Bassano and continued the campaign to prevent relief of Mantua.
Battle of Bassano
Defeated by Bonaparte
Battle of Copenhagen
The Danes capitulate rather then endure further damage to Copenhagen
Battle of Borodino
Commands the Russian centre at Borodino
Battle of Borodino
The Russians are defeated but manage to retreat to Moscow
Battle of Borodino
Napoleon loses 30,000 to the Russian 44,000. Napoleon Loses 12 generals as the Russians retreat intact & burn Moscow. Napoleon just manages to occupy Moscow. Napoleon I is just able to continue his advance on Moscow atter losing 28,000. Napoleon I advances as far as Borodino on the River Koloc 70 miles west of Moscow
Battle of Molino del Rey
Defeated by General Scott
Battle of Molino del Rey
Santa Anna's troops are defeated at Molino del Rey outside Mexico City
Battle of Molino del Rey
Defeats Santa Anna
Battle of Molino del Rey
Worth leads the American attack at Molino del Rey before the assault on Chapultepec
Battle of Malakoff
Commands French formations during the final operations that result in the capture of the Malakoff.
Battle of Malakoff
Commands Russian troops during the final Allied assault period around the Malakoff.
Battle of Malakoff
Captures the Malakoff Redoubt during the final assault.
Battle of Malakoff
Commands French troops during the successful assault on the Malakoff.
Battle of Malakoff
Commands the French assault that captures the Malakoff, making the Russian position in southern Sevastopol untenable.
Battle of Malakoff
Leads French troops during the final assault period around the Malakoff and adjacent Russian defences.
Battle of Sevastopol
Storms the Malakoff Redoubt.
Battle of Drina
Battle of the Drina begins
Coronations on September 8
King of Hungary Crowned
Maximilian is crowned King of Hungary at Pressburg
Coronation
Crowned King of Great Britan