Historical Events
- American Civil War: Battle of Fort Hatteras, North Carolina, 1st combined operation of Union Army and Navy results in Union domination of strategically important North Carolina Sounds
Famous Deaths
- William Lyon Mackenzie, Canadian-American newspaper publisher, politician, and failed rebel leader, dies at 66
1861 Highlights
About August 28, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
