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What Happened on July 11, 1862

Historical Events

Halleck Heads Union Forces

Abraham Lincoln appoints General Henry Halleck general-in-chief of Union forces in US Civil war

Famous Birthdays

  • Liza Lehmann, English composer, born in London, England (d. 1918)

About July 11, 1862

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 162 years and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer