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What Happened on July 21, 1861

Historical Events

  • First Battle of Bull Run [Battle of First Manassas], the first major battle of the US Civil War is fought near Manassas, Virginia and ends in a Confederate victory

Famous Deaths

  • Francis Stebbins Bartow, Confederate colonel, dies in battle at 44
Died in 1861 1861 Highlights

About July 21, 1861

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 163 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer