8 May 1980 May 7, 2021 Author: Staff The World Health Organization confirms the eradication of smallpox. Famous Words of Inspiration..."Courage is fear holding on a minute longer." George Patton — Click here for more from George Patton Related posts: 4 November 1980 5 May 1980 5 May 1980 22 May 1980 21 May 1980 5 May 1980 14 August 1980 22 February 1980 1 June 1980 7 July 1980 Categories: History Tags: 1980, 8 May