Historical Events
- January Uprising begins in Poland, prompted a rebellion against conscription into the Russian army
- The January Uprising, an insurrection in Russia's Kingdom of Poland aimed at restoration of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth begins; carries on for 1-1/2 years, but fails
- Union General Burnside's "Mud March"
About January 22, 1863
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 5 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius