Today in History for 24th May 1861
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Historical Events
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- Alexandria, VA occupied by Federal troops
- Maj Gen Benjamin Butler declares slaves "contraband of war"
Famous Deaths
Deaths 1 - 2 of 2
- Elmer Ellsworth, US warrior (Chicago Zouaves), shot to death at 23
- James T Jackson, US landlord (doodde EE Ellsworth), shot dead)
