Historical Events
- Federal marshals seize arms and gunpower at Du Pont works DE
Famous Deaths
- John Garland, US Union colonel and brigadier general, dies in battle
- Tomás Genovés y Lapetra Spanish opera and zarzuela composer (The Abduction), dies at 55
Died in 1861 1861 Highlights
About June 5, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 162 years and 11 months
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini