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What Happened on July 12, 1861

Historical Events

Wild Bill Hickok

Wild Bill Hickok reputed to have shot and killed David McCanles, possibly his first kill. Hickok later acquitted after found he acted in self defense.

Famous Birthdays

  • Anton Arensky, Russian composer, born in Novgorod, Russia (d. 1906)

About July 12, 1861

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 163 years
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer