Historical Events
- Boise, Idaho, founded (now capital of Idaho)
- Failed Confederate assault on Helena Arkansas (640 casualties)
Withdrawal from Gettsburg
General Lee's army withdraws from Gettysburg
- Skirmish at Smithburg, Tennessee
- Vicksburg, Mississippi surrenders to Union forces
Famous Deaths
- Paul Joseph Revere, American grandson of Paul Revere, Brigadier General (Union Army), dies at 30
Died in 1863 1863 Highlights
About July 4, 1863
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 161 years and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
