Historical Events
Sherman Begins Siege of Savannah
General Sherman's armies reach Savannah & 12 day siege begins
Famous Deaths
Henry Schoolcraft (1793-1864)
American geographer, geologist and ethnologist who found the source of the Mississippi River, dies at 71
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights
About December 10, 1864
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 4 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
