Newman, John Henry, Cardinal, 1801-1890

Events in Newman's life	Events in the UK	Events in the wider world
Herbert Vaughan ordained in Rome, despite having failed to complete his seminary training. The Catholic university opened in Dublin.	The Oxford University Act removed the requirement for Protestant Oaths for students Florence Nightingale established military nursing.	The Battle of Balaclava and the infamous The Charge of the Light Brigade.. Pope Pius IX proclaims Immaculate Conception. Britain and France declare war on Russia. First meeting of the Republican Party in Michigan.