What Happened on August 31, 1862

Famous Deaths

  • George William Taylor, US Union brigadier general, dies in battle
  • Ignaz Assmayer, Austrian organist and liturgical composer, dies at 72
1862 Highlights

About August 31, 1862

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 8 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo