Historical Events
- Skirmish at Dug Springs, Missouri results in Union victory
Famous Birthdays
- Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, Bengali chemist (founder of Bengal Chemicals And Pharmaceuticals), born in Khulna, British India (d. 1944)
1861 Highlights
About August 2, 1861
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 162 years, 1 month and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
