On This Day

What Happened on July 7, 1863

Day of the Week: Tuesday

Historical Events

  • 1st military draft by US (exemptions cost $100)

Event of interestEvent of Interest

Orders barring Jews from serving under US General Ulysses S. Grant are revoked

Union General and US President Ulysses S. Grant
Union General and US President
Ulysses S. Grant


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