Which of these historic retail brand mergers actually happened in the 20th century?

Throughout history, major retail brand mergers have reshaped the consumer landscape and created powerful market forces. These strategic combinations often brought together complementary strengths, expanded market reach, or rescued failing brands. This trivia tests your knowledge of pivotal retail mergers that had lasting impacts on shopping habits and brand recognition. Can you identify which historic merger actually took place?

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Sears merged with Montgomery Ward in 1986, combining America's two oldest catalog retailers
Macy's acquired Marshall Field's in 2005, converting the iconic Chicago department store to the Macy's brand
JCPenney and Kmart merged in 1998 to combat the growing threat of Walmart
Woolworth's purchased Target in 1979, rebranding all Woolworth locations as Target stores