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What Happened on May 23, 1862

Historical Events

Jackson Takes Fort Royal

Valley Campaign: Stonewall Jackson takes Fort Royal, Virginia

Famous Birthdays

  • William "Dummy" Hoy, American baseball outfielder (most accomplished deaf player in MLB history; NL stolen base leader 1888; Washington Senators, Cincinnati Reds), born in Houcktown, Ohio (d. 1961)

About May 23, 1862

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini