June 08


Tuesday 08, 1999:

War on Drugs: The government of Colombia announces it will include the estimated value of the country's illegal drug crops, exceeding half a billion US dollars, in its gross national product.


Monday 08, 1998:

Charlton Heston assumes the presidency of the U.S. National Rifle Association.


Monday 08, 1992:

The first World Ocean Day is celebrated, coinciding with the Earth Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.


Saturday 08, 1912:

Carl Laemmle incorporated Universal Pictures.


Tuesday 08, 793:

The first Viking raid on British soil at Lindisfarne where a set date for the raid is known


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