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8 February

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Contemporary era

1910

Founding of the Boy Scouts of America

On 8 February 1910, the Boy Scouts of America were founded, modelled on Baden-Powell's scouting.

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Contemporary era

1904

Start of the Russo-Japanese War

On 8 February 1904, the Japanese attack on Port Arthur began the Russo-Japanese War.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1587

Execution of Mary, Queen of Scots

On 8 February 1587, Mary, Queen of Scots, was beheaded at Fotheringhay Castle on the orders of Elizabeth I.

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