What Happened on October 3, 1863

Historical Events

Thanksgiving Day Designated

US President Abraham Lincoln designates last Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day

Famous Birthdays

  • Pyotr Kozlov, Russian explorer, born in Dukhovshchina, Russia (d. 1935)

About October 3, 1863

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Libra