Your place in the Universe on 1908
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Get your map!The Highlights of 1908: A Year That Shaped the Future
1908 (MCMVIII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1908th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1908 a year special to you? Discover what 1908 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1908, 1908 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1908, how old is someone born in 1908 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1908.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1908 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1908 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1908
- Who was the U.S. President in 1908?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1908?
- Who was the Pope in 1908?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1908?
- What was the most popular movie in 1908?
- What was the best selling book in 1908?
- How old is someone born in 1908?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1908?
What was 1908 known for ?
- Not far removed from the turn of the 20th Century, the year 1908 saw the global frontier and indeed, the world, continue to shrink. 1908 was a momentous year for exploring the ends of the Earth.
- In January, the famous Nimrod Expedition set sail from New Zealand. Led by Ernest Shackleton, this British expedition was meant to discover the South Pole. While the group did not achieve their goal, they did reach a point farther south than anyone had been before. What is especially remarkable is that this was funded entirely by private donations. On the opposite end of the world, it was in April of this year that American explorer, Frederick Cook, claims to have reached the North Pole, but this claim has been disputed for many years. In July, Cook’s rival, Robert Peary, set sail for the North Pole. Both men claim to have been the first to reach the Pole, but both claims have been contested since they made their claims.
- There were also events that brought the world closer together – things that made the world seem a bit smaller. In a major development for the aviation field, French aviator Leon Delagrange piloted the first passenger flight in March. Also in March of this year, the first Scout troop was formed in the United Kingdom. This can be considered the beginning of organized Scouting as an activity for boys, after Robert Baden-Powell published his Scouting for Boys book. This movement would become an international cultural phenomenon, spreading across the world, passing on values and skills that would last for generations.
- In another momentous development, American businessman Henry Ford produced the first Model T automobile at his production plant in Detroit, Michigan. Ford’s Model T would radically change the way that people travelled and how communities organized themselves.
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Key World Leaders of 1908
Who was the U.S. President in 1908?
In 1908, Theodore Roosevelt (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from September 14, 1901 to March 04, 1909. His administration built the Panama Canal and pursued progressive policies like trust-busting and conservation.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1908?
In 1908, Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman (Liberal) was the UK Prime Minister until April 03, 1908; on April 08, 1908 H. H. Asquith (Liberal) was appointed as the new UK Prime Minister.
Who was the Pope in 1908?
The leader of the Catholic Church in 1908 was Pope Pius X who had held the papacy since 1903. His pontificate is known for his liturgical reforms, promotion of early Communion for children, and opposition to modernist interpretations of Catholic doctrine.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1908?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1908, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was School Days by Albert Campbell
What was the most popular movie in 1908?
The most popular movie and box office hit was The Fairylogue and Radio-Plays by Francis Boggs, Otis Turner
What was the best selling book in 1908?
How old is someone born in 1908?
Someone born in 1908 is 117 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1908?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1908 was the Year of the Monkey.
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