Historical Events
Historic Event
Capture of New Orleans LA by the Union under Flag Officer Farragut
Famous Birthdays
- Edward Grey, English viscount of Fallodon and Minister of Foreign Affairs, born in London (d. 1933)
Famous Deaths
- Charles Ferguson Smith, US Union Gen-Maj, dies of infection at 55
1862 Highlights
About April 25, 1862
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
