What Happened on April 30, 1863

Historical Events

Battle of Snyder's Bluff

-5/1] Battle of Snyder's Bluff, Virginia (part of the Vicksburg Campaign of the American Civil War): General Sherman beaten by Confederate forces

Battle of Chancellorsville

Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia: In a major victory General Robert E. Lee's troops defeat larger Army of the Potomac under Major General Joseph Hooker, Stonewall Jackson is fatally wounded

  • Mexican forces attacked the French Foreign Legion in Hacienda Camarón, Mexico.

About April 30, 1863

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 161 years and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus