Historical Events
Tsar Grants Jews Right to Publish
Alexander II of Russia grants Jews right to publish books
- Battle at Booneville Mississippi: Confederate superior power driven out
- Battle of Malvern Hill [Poindexter's Farm], day 7 of 7 days battles, Union forces repel Confederate attack, Tactical Union victory (US Civil War)
- The Russian State Library is founded in Moscow
- US Internal Revenue Law imposes 1st federal taxes on inheritance, tobacco and on incomes over $600 (progressive rate)
About July 1, 1862
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 162 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
