Historical Events
- Battle of Yellow Bayou, Louisiana (Bayou de Glaize, Old Oaks)
Famous Birthdays
- Jan P. Veth, Dutch painter, etcher, lithographer and art historian, born in Dordrecht. Netherlands (d. 1925)
Famous Deaths
- James Byron Gordon, American Brigadier General (Confederate Army), dies at 41
1864 Highlights
About May 18, 1864
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 159 years and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
