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What Happened on April 6, 1866

Historical Events

  • Grand Army of the Republic forms in Decatur, Illinois, by Dr. Benjamin F. Stephenson

Famous Birthdays

  • Joseph Lincoln Steffens, American muckraker and investigative journalist (Shame of the Cities), born in San Francisco, California (d. 1936)

About April 6, 1866

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 158 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aries