What Happened on February 1, 1865

Historical Events

  • JS Rock, 1st African American lawyer to practise in US Supreme Court, admitted to bar
  • US President Lincoln signs 13th Amendment of US Constitution, abolishing slavery in US; celebrated as National Freedom Day [1]

About February 1, 1865

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 3 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius