Historical Events
- Battle of Shiloh, Union defeats Confederacy near Pittsburg Landing, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Adley H. Gladden, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies in battle at 51
- Albert Sidney Johnston, US Confederate general, dies in battle at 59
1862 Highlights
About April 6, 1862
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 9 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
