Historical Events
- British Open Men's Golf, Prestwick GC: Tom Morris Sr. wins third title; beats fellow Scot Andrew Strath by 2 strokes
- US Civil War: Battle of Coggin's Point, Virginia (Hampton-Rosser Cattle Raid)
About September 16, 1864
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 7 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Virgo
