Historical Events
End of the American Civil War
President Andrew Johnson issues a proclamation declaring armed resistance in the South is virtually at an end; this is the commonly accepted end date of the American Civil War
Famous Birthdays
- August de Boeck, Flemish composer, born in Merchtem, Belgium (d. 1937)
1865 Highlights
About May 9, 1865
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 158 years and 25 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
