Historical Events
- A letter is written by Reverend Mark R. Watkinson petitioning the Treasury Department to "recognize Almighty God" on American coins; the department eventually decides on the motto "In God We Trust"
Famous Deaths
- Arthur Hugh Clough, English poet, friend of Matthew Arnold, dies at 42
1861 Highlights
About November 13, 1861
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 161 years, 6 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio
