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What happened in 2008?

In 2008, the world experienced several notable events. The 2008 Summer Olympics took place in Beijing, China, featuring international athletic competition on a grand scale. The Russo-Georgian War occurred that year, with Russia's invasion of Georgia creating major geopolitical tensions in the Caucasus region. In sports, UEFA Euro 2008 marked the 13th European association football championship. The United States conducted its 56th presidential election. Among the year's 80 recorded events, 27 notable deaths were documented, marking the passing of influential figures in different areas.

Events
136
Births
0
Deaths
32
Era
2000s
Post-War / Digital Age
Context:21st CenturyThe 2000sPost-War / Digital Age

Chronology of 2008

Documented Historical Record

January

01.2008

February

02.2008

March

03.2008

April

04.2008

May

05.2008

June

06.2008

July

07.2008

August

08.2008

September

09.2008

October

10.2008

November

11.2008

December

12.2008
End of 2008 Record · 136 events

Historical Significance

Context & Impact

In 2008, the world experienced several notable events. The 2008 Summer Olympics took place in Beijing, China, featuring international athletic competition on a grand scale. The Russo-Georgian War occurred that year, with Russia's invasion of Georgia creating major geopolitical tensions in the Caucasus region. In sports, UEFA Euro 2008 marked the 13th European association football championship. The United States conducted its 56th presidential election. Among the year's 80 recorded events, 27 notable deaths were documented, marking the passing of influential figures in different areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What major events happened in 2008?
Several key events occurred in 2008. The 2008 Summer Olympics took place in Beijing, China. In August, the Russo-Georgian War unfolded. The United States presidential election saw Barack Obama elected President. The year also included the UEFA Euro 2008 football championship and the Eurovision Song Contest.
Where were the 2008 Summer Olympics held?
The 2008 Summer Olympics took place in Beijing, China, from August 8-24, 2008. These games marked China's rise as a major Olympic power and included notable performances by athletes like Michael Phelps and Usain Bolt.
What was the Russo-Georgian War of 2008?
The Russo-Georgian War was a short conflict in August 2008 involving Georgia and Russia, along with the Russian-backed separatist regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. It lasted five days and ended with Russia recognizing South Ossetia and Abkhazia as independent states.

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