Historical Events In 1708

 

Feb 24 Prince Johan Willem Friso sworn in as viceroy of Groningen

Feb 28 Slave revolt, Newton, Long Island NY, 11 die

Aug 29 Haverhill, Mass destroyed by French & Indians

Mar 23 English pretender to the throne James III lands at Firth of Forth

Mar 27 English pretender to the throne James III flees