Historical Events
- -17] Skirmish at Gilgal Church, Georgia
Battle of Petersburg
Battle of Petersburg begins as General Ulysses S. Grant assaults the Confederate line at the important Southern rail center of Petersburg
- Capt Mendell begins building 640m long ponton bridge over James River, Virginia
Arlington Military Cemetery
Robert E. Lee's home area (Arlington, Virginia) becomes a military cemetery
- US Congress passes legislation equalizing pay for Black soldiers
Famous Birthdays
- Guy Ropartz [Joseph Guy Marie Ropartz], French composer, born in Guingamp, France (d. 1955)
Famous Deaths
- Haller Nutt, American rich Southern Plantation owner (Longwood house - largest octagonal house in the US), dies at 48
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights
About June 15, 1864
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Gemini
