South Ossetia declared its independence from Georgia.
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The climate change rally led by activist Greta Thunberg saw millions of protesters worldwide standing up for urgent action.
Britain and France defeated Russia during the Battle of Alma, which was the first battle of the Crimean War.
The first Whole Foods store opened in Austin, Texas, US.
Spanish navigator Ferdinand Magellan and crew set off aboard the Victoria on their adventure around the globe.
Maryland passed its first anti-amalgamation law.
