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What Happened on June 1, 1864

Historical Events

  • -Nov] Shenandoah Valley campaign
  • Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia (Gaines' Mill, Gaines' Farm)
  • Confederate cruiser Georgia sold to a British merchant in Liverpool

Famous Deaths

  • Hong Xiuquan, Chinese rebel (b. 1812)
  • Solomon George Washington Dill, poor white ally of African Americans, assassinated in his home by white terrorists in SC
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights

About June 1, 1864

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 1 month and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Gemini