Feb 4 1861

What Happened on February 4, 1861

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Confederate constitutional convention meets for 1st time; Jefferson Davis elected President of Confederacy (US Civil War)

President of the Confederate States of America Jefferson Davis — President of the Confederate States of America
Jefferson Davis

1861 Highlights

About February 4, 1861

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 6 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius

What Happened in 1861

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