What Happened on June 1, 1864

Historical Events

  • -Nov] Shenandoah Valley campaign
  • Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia (Gaines' Mill, Gaines' Farm)
  • Confederate cruiser Georgia sold to a British merchant in Liverpool

Famous Deaths

  • Hong Xiuquan, Chinese rebel (b. 1812)
  • Solomon George Washington Dill, poor white ally of African Americans, assassinated in his home by white terrorists in SC
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights

About June 1, 1864

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Gemini