On this day in Europe - 8 May
8 May 2026
On this day in 1429, Joan of Arc lifts the Siege of Orléans by the English, turning the tide of the Hundred Years’ War.
On this day in 1899, Ernest Rutherford publishes his discovery of Alpha and Beta radiation.
On this day in 1927, aviators Nungesser and Coli take off from Paris for the first non-stop transatlantic flight. Their disappearance remains a mystery.
On this day in 1945, the end of WW2 in Europe marks Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
On this day in 1899, Ernest Rutherford publishes his discovery of Alpha and Beta radiation.
On this day in 1927, aviators Nungesser and Coli take off from Paris for the first non-stop transatlantic flight. Their disappearance remains a mystery.
On this day in 1945, the end of WW2 in Europe marks Victory in Europe (VE) Day.