What Happened on December 23, 1862

Historical Events

Jefferson Davis Labels Beast Butler a "Felon"

Union General Ben "Beast" Butler is proclaimed a "felon, outlaw & common enemy of mankind" by Jefferson Davis

Famous Birthdays

  • Henri Pirenne, Belgian historian (History of Belgium) (d. 1935)

About December 23, 1862

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn