Historical Events
- Anaheim Post Office established
- Francis Pierpont is elected provisional governor of West Virginia
Famous Birthdays
Douglas Haig (1861-1928)
British fieldmarshal (Sudan, WWI), nicknamed "Butcher Haig" due to mass casualties under his command during the Battle of the Somme, born in Charlotte Square, Edinburgh
José Rizal (1861-1896)
Filipino nationalist and novelist ('Noli Me Tángere', 'El Filibusterismo'), born in Calamba City, Laguna, Philippines
About June 19, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 10 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
