Historical Events
- Three Virginia slaves Frank Baker, Shepard Mallory and James Townsend escape, rowing across Hampton Roads to Fort Monroe, Virginia - declared 1st contraband of war the next day [1]
- Virginia citizens vote 3 to 1 in favor of secession from the Union
About May 23, 1861
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 11 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
