Historical Events
- 79th NY troops mutinies
- Martial Law is declared at St Louis, Missouri, due to pro-secession sentiment which surged throughout Missouri after the Battle of Wilson's Creek
Famous Birthdays
- Bion J. Arnold, American electrical engineer and inventor, born in Casnovia, Michigan (d. 1942)
About August 14, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
