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What Happened on July 31, 1864

Historical Events

General of Volunteers

Ulysses S. Grant is named General of Volunteers

Famous Deaths

  • Louis Christophe François Hachette, French publisher (Librairie Hachette), dies at 64
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights

About July 31, 1864

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Leo