The economy underwent a global financial crisis in 2008 following the American subprime mortgage crisis from the previous year, causing the worst recession since the Great Depression.

What happened and who was famous in 2008? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 2008.

American presidential election held on November 4, 2008, in which, after a campaign that lasted nearly two years, Americans elected Democrat Barack Obama their 44th president. The result …

Jan 1, 2023 · 2008 saw the first movie of the cinematic Marvel Universe, Iron Man, the start of The Twilight Saga with Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, and the premiere of The Dark …

United States 2008 – Calendar with American holidays. Yearly calendar showing months for the year 2008. Calendars – online and print friendly – for any year and month

Sep 25, 2024 · Discover the most significant events of 2008, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this …

The 56th quadrennial United States presidential election was held on November 4, 2008. Outgoing Republican President George W. Bush's policies and actions and the American …

The incumbent in 2008, George W. Bush. His second term expired at noon on January 20, 2009. Article Two of the United States Constitution says that the president and vice president of the …

Nov 4, 2008 · Barack Obama became the first Black American elected president in 2008, a year that also brought the release of “Iron Man,” the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Historical events from year 2008. Learn about 301 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 2008 or search by date or keyword.