Historical Events
- Lincoln signs act granting land for state agricultural colleges
Famous Birthdays
- William Henry Bragg, English physicist (Nobel 1915-analysis of crystal structure by means of X-rays), born in Westward, Cumberland, England (d. 1942)
1862 Highlights
About July 2, 1862
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 8 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
