Historical Events
- Battle of Port Walthall Junction, fought in Virginia begins (Battle of Port Walthall Junction), Union victory (US Civil War)
Battle of Wilderness
Battle of Wilderness, fought in Virginia, Confederate General James Longstreet seriously injured (Overland Campaign), inconclusive result (US Civil War)
Sherman Begins Atlanta Advance
US Civil War: Union Army General Sherman begins advance to Atlanta, Georgia, during the Atlanta Campaign
Famous Deaths
- Henry Livermore Abbott, US Union brigadier general, dies in battle
- Micah Jenkins, Confederate brigadier general (friendly fire), dies at 28
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights
About May 6, 1864
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 160 years and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
