What Happened in 1854
7 historical events, 4 notable births, and 0 notable deaths in 1854.
Major Events
January 1854
general
1854 — year
war
Siege of Sevastopol — siege during the Crimean War which lasted from September 1854 until September 1855
general
Bleeding Kansas — violent political confrontations in the United States centered around slavery
October 1854
war
Battle of Balaclava — 1854 battle of the Crimean War
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Charge of the Light Brigade — 1854 charge of British light cavalry led by Lord Cardigan against Russian forces
September 1854
war
Battle of Alma — 1854 first battle of the Crimean War
November 1854
war
Battle of Inkerman — battle on 5 November 1854 during the Crimean War