28 March 1854 March 28, 2015 Author: Staff The Crimean War begins as France and Britain declare war on Russia. Famous Words of Inspiration..."It contributes greatly towards a man's moral and intellectual health, to be brought into habits of companionship with individuals unlike himself, who care little for his pursuits, and whose sphere and abilities he must go out of himself to appreciate." Nathaniel Hawthorne — Click here for more from Nathaniel Hawthorne Related posts: 27 March 1854 21 October 1854 30 March 1856 30 March 1856 28 March 1990 28 March 1809 28 March 1990 3 March 1913 Categories: History Tags: 1854, 28 March