What Happened on May 10, 1864

Historical Events

  • Battles at Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia
  • Skirmish at Ny River, Virginia

Famous Deaths

  • James Clay Rice, lawyer/Union brigadier general, dies in battle at 34
  • Thomas Greeley Stevenson, Union brigadier general, dies at about 27

About May 10, 1864

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 159 years, 4 months and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Taurus