8th August: Today In History

Today is Monday, August 8th, the 221, day of 2016. There are 145 days left in the year.

Today's Highlight in History:

Events: 
1876   Thomas Edison received a patent for his mimeograph (similar to a copy machine). 
1963   A gang of robbers steal 2.6 million pounds in bank notes off an English train. This is later called the Great Train Robbery. 
1974   U.S. President Richard Nixon announces his resignation. 
1976   Boston, by the rock band Boston is released. It will become the #1 best-selling debut album to date. 

Birthdays: 
1937   Dustin Hoffman (Actor) 
1961   The Edge (U2 Guitarist) 
1976   Drew Lachey (Singer) 
1976   JC Chasez (Singer) 
1981   Roger Federer (Tennis Player)

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