Historical Events
- American Civil War: Grant approves Sheridan's plan for Shenandoah Valley Campaign
Famous Deaths
- Walter Savage Landor, English poet and writer (Imaginary Conversations), dies at 89
Died in 1864 1864 Highlights
About September 17, 1864
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Virgo