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What Happened in 1854

7 historical events, 4 notable births, and 0 notable deaths in 1854.

Major Events

January 1854

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

general

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