Historical Events
- Confederate government offers war volunteers $10 premium
- Kentucky proclaims its neutrality
- Major General Twiggs surrenders to Confederate Army in San Antonio, Texas (US Civil War)
Famous Birthdays
H. H. Holmes (1861-1896)
American serial killer associated with 27 deaths, born in Gilmanton, New Hampshire
About May 16, 1861
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 11 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
