What Happened on June 14, 1864

Historical Events

  • US Union warship USS Kearsarge appears off Cherbourg

Famous Birthdays

Alois Alzheimer (1864-1915)

German psychiatrist and neuropathologist (Alzheimer Disease), born in Marktbreit, Bavaria

Famous Deaths

  • Leonidas Polk, American bishop soldier (Confederate Army major-general), killed in action in Battle of Pine Mt at 58
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights

About June 14, 1864

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Gemini