The United States Congress passes the Coinage Act of 1864, which makes privately issued Civil War tokens illegal. An additional law is passed on June 8 to include all private coinage.

Historical events from year 1864. Learn about 331 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1864 or search by date or keyword.

Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. Union General George Armstrong Custer marries Elizabeth Bacon in...

After marching through Georgia for a month, Sherman stormed Fort McAllister on December 13, 1864, and captured Savannah itself eight days later. These seven views show the former stronghold and its …

Dec 31, 2025 · Leaving Sherman in command in the west, Grant arrived in Washington on March 8, 1864. He was given largely a free hand in developing his grand strategy. He retained Meade in …

March 10, 1864 Newly commissioned to the rank of lieutenant general, Ulysses S. Grant is given official authority to command all of the armies of the United States.

Dec 15, 2023 · The fourth year of the American Civil War continued into the summer of 1864. This timeline covers important moments from May to August, including military and political events that …

April 22 – The U.S. Congress passes the Coinage Act of 1864 which mandates that the inscription "In God We Trust" be placed on all coins minted as United States currency.

October 19 – American Civil War: Battle of Cedar Creek: Union forces under Philip Sheridan defeat a surprise Confederate attack although incurring nearly twice as many casualties, ending the …

What happened and who was famous in 1864? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1864.