Historical Events
- Battle of Blair's Landing, Louisiana
Victory in Battle
Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest captures Fort Pillow, Tennessee
Famous Deaths
- Thomas Green, US Confederate brigadier general, dies in battle at 50
About April 12, 1864
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 5 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries
