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1,994 AD

Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain dies in Seattle.

This question uses 1994 AD as its sourced chronological anchor.

His death at age twenty-seven ended the career of one of the best-known figures in the grunge music scene.

1,935 AD

Nazi Germany introduces the antisemitic Nuremberg Laws.

This question uses 1935 AD as its sourced chronological anchor.

The measures restricted citizenship and prohibited marriages between Jews and people classified as German.

1,836 AD

Sam Houston's forces defeat Santa Anna's army at San Jacinto.

This question uses 1836 AD as its sourced chronological anchor.

The short engagement became the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution.

1,524 AD

The German Peasants' War begins with rural uprisings in German-speaking territories.

This question uses 1524 AD as its sourced chronological anchor.

Economic grievances and religious reform helped drive the revolts.

878 AD

Alfred of Wessex defeats Guthrum's army at Edington.

This question uses 878 AD as its sourced chronological anchor.

The victory reversed Alfred's earlier retreat and led to a settlement with the Danish leader.