Historical Events
Homestead Act
US President Abraham Lincoln signs into law the Homestead Act to provide cheap land for the settlement of the American West (80 million acres by 1900)
1862 Highlights
About May 20, 1862
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
