Historical Events
- Battle of Perryville, Kentucky - Confederate invasion halted
Famous Deaths
- James Streshley Jackson, American attorney and Brigadier General (Union Army), dies in battle at 39
- William Rufus Terrill, American Union brigadier general, dies in battle at 28
1862 Highlights
About October 8, 1862
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 5 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
