Historical Events
Event of Interest
President Andrew Johnson proclaims an end to "insurrection" in Texas
Andrew Johnson
Famous Birthdays
- Bernard Tancred, South African cricketer (87 runs in 1888-89 South Africa v England), born in Port Elizabeth, Cape Province (d. 1911)
1865 Highlights
About August 20, 1865
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 154 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
