As of the start of 1854, the Gregorian calendar was 12 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923. January 4 – The McDonald Islands are discovered by Captain …

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Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. In Ripon, Wisconsin, former members of the Whig Party meet to...

Events from the year 1854 in the United States. January 4 – Senator Stephen Douglas introduces a bill to form the Nebraska Territory. The bill sparks major debates related to slavery issues and evolves …

What happened and who was famous in 1854? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1854.

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January 4 – Senator Stephen Douglas introduces a bill to form the Nebraska Territory. The bill sparks major debates related to slavery issues and evolves into the Kansas–Nebraska Act. February 14 – …

Events from the year 1854 in the United States. January 4 – Senator Stephen Douglas introduces a bill to form the Nebraska Territory. The bill sparked major debates related to slavery issues and evolved …

1854 in History January 1 Lincoln University, a black college, chartered (Oxford, Penn) January 5 Steamship San Francisco wrecked - 300 die January 9 Astor Library opens in New York City January …