1902, 8 March - Anglo-Boer War: Battle of Tweebosch
General De la Rey releases General Lord Methuen after his wounds are treated. After only travelling 29 kilometres Methuen's party is once again taken - De la Rey had been forced to reverse his decision by the burghers of his Commando.
1957, 8 March
The Suez Canal finally reopens for smaller vessels following the Tripartite Invasion.
1986, 8 March
South African Police open fire on the 3,000 mourners attending the funeral of an ANC guerrilla.
