Historical Events
- Horace Greeley, founder and editor of the "New-York Tribune" reputedly advises his readers to "Go west young man"
Historic Event
P. T. Barnum's museum burns down
1865 Highlights
About July 13, 1865
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 157 years, 6 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
