Historical Events
- Missouri Governor Claiborne Jackson calls for 50,000 volunteers to stop Federal "invasion" from taking over his state after US Army forces led by Nathaniel Lyon arrest pro-Confederate state militia at Fort Jackson
Famous Birthdays
- William Attewell, English cricket bowler (England in 10 Tests 1884-1891), born in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire, England (d. 1927)
1861 Highlights
About June 12, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
