September 14 is the 257th day of the year according to the Gregorian calendar; There are 108 days left until the end of the year. Numerous extraordinary events, large and small, have shaped the world we live in today. From historical milestones and scientific breakthroughs to cultural moments and significant birthdays, this day has a rich tapestry of stories to uncover.
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A day in history – important events
Ascension of Emperor Domitian
81 AD
On this day, Emperor Domitian ascended the throne of the Roman Empire, marking the beginning of his reign after the death of his brother Titus.
Siege of ‘s-Hertogenbosch Surrender
1629
During the siege of ‘s-Hertogenbosch in 1629, the Spanish garrison surrendered to Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, a significant event in the Eighty Years’ War.
End of Handel’s “Messiah”
1741
On this day in 1741, George Frideric Handel completed his famous oratorio “Messiah” after intensive non-stop work for 23 days.
Britain accepts the Gregorian calendar
in 1752
In 1752, Great Britain and the British Empire, including the American colonies, officially adopted the Gregorian calendar, resulting in the omission of September 3 to September 13 from the calendar.
Big fire in Moscow
1812
The disastrous Great Fire of Moscow began in 1812 when Napoleon’s forces approached the city and the retreating Russians set it on fire; the fire raged for five days.
Creation of the “Star-Lighted Banner”
1814
In 1814, Francis Scott Key wrote the poem “The Defense of Fort M’Henry,” later known as “The Star Spangled Banner,” while witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry from a ship in Baltimore Harbor.
Publication of “Capital” by Karl Marx
in 1867
Karl Marx published the first volume of “Capital” in 1867, presenting his influential theory of the inherent flaws of the capitalist system and its inevitable self-destruction.
Foundation of the International African Association
in 1876
King Leopold II of Belgium closed the Geographical Conference in Brussels in 1876 and then founded the International African Association, which paved the way for his privately controlled Congo Free State.
Departure of Henry Morton Stanley’s expedition
in 1876
In 1876, Henry Morton Stanley’s expedition left Rwanda, marking a significant moment in African exploration.
Inauguration of Theodore Roosevelt
1901
Theodore Roosevelt was sworn in as the youngest US president in 1901, after the tragic assassination of William McKinley by anarchists in Buffalo.
Lord Kitchener’s iconic slogan
1914
Lord Kitchener’s famous slogan, “Your country needs you,” graced the cover of London’s Opinion magazine in 1914, becoming an enduring symbol of war recruitment.
Neutrality Act of 1937
in 1937
In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt passed the Neutrality Act, prohibiting American ships from trading arms with China or Japan amid escalating international tensions.
First flight of Graf Zeppelin II
in 1938
The world’s largest airship, the Graf Zeppelin II, made its first flight in 1938, ushering in the zeppelin era.
Inaugural flight of VS-300 helicopter
in 1939
The world’s first practical helicopter, the VS-300, designed by Igor Sikorsky, made its tethered inaugural flight in Stratford, Connecticut in 1939.
Attack on the Pearl Harbor Medal of Honor
in 1942
In 1942, Admiral Chester Nimitz received the first World War II Medal of Honor, in recognition of the extraordinary bravery of Seaman John William Finn during the attack on Pearl Harbor, aboard the USS Enterprise.
Gerald Ford’s upset victory
in 1948
In 1948, Gerald Ford achieved a political turnaround by defeating Representative Bartel J Jonkman in the Republican primary for Michigan’s 5th District.
The appointment of Nikita Khrushchev
in 1953
In 1953, Nikita Khrushchev assumed the role of First Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, succeeding Malenkov.
Introducing the IBM RAMAC 305
in 1956
In 1956, IBM introduced the RAMAC 305, marking the debut of the first commercial hard disk computer using magnetic disk storage that weighed more than a ton.
Joseph-Desiré Mobutu’s coup in the Congo
in 1960
Joseph-Desiré Mobutu orchestrated a bloodless coup in the Congo in 1960, neutralizing Presidents Joseph Kasa-Vuba and Patrice Lumumba and installing a new government led by university graduates.
Walter Lippmann Presidential Medal of Freedom
in 1964
President Lyndon Johnson awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Walter Lippmann in 1964, recognizing him for his significant contributions.
Lifting blackout restrictions on professional football
in 1973
In 1973, US President Richard Nixon signed into law a bill to lift blackout restrictions on professional football, which affected the broadcast of NFL games.
Canonization of Mother Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton
in 1975
Mother Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton was canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1975 as the first saint born in the USA.
National Prayer Service for the Victims of 9/11
in 2001
A historic National Prayer Service was held in 2001 at the Washington National Cathedral to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks. A similar service was held on Parliament Hill in Canada, marking the largest vigil ever held in the nation’s capital.
Removal of restrictions on the Latin Mass
in 2007
In 2007, the Roman Catholic Church officially removed restrictions on the traditional Latin Mass, following the application of Pope Benedict XVI’s motu proprio Summorum Pontificum.
Opening of the Darwin Centre
in 2009
David Attenborough and Prince William opened the Darwin Center at the National History Museum in London in 2009, marking the museum’s most significant expansion since 1881.
The ousting of Tony Abbott by Malcolm Turnbull
2015
In 2015, Malcolm Turnbull replaced Tony Abbott as Prime Minister of Australia and leader of the ruling Liberal Party.
Defeat impeaches Gavin Newsom
in 2021
In 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom successfully defeated a statewide vote to impeach him from office.
Queen Elizabeth II procession and public mourning
in 2022
In 2022, the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II. it was ceremonially transferred from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster, stretching in a 2.4 mile long procession, with lines of people paying their respects.
Today in history – Sport
Winning the US Tennis Open for men
in 1929
In 1929, Bill Tilden scored a landmark victory at the US Men’s National Tennis Championships, winning his seventh US title by defeating Francis Hunter in a hard-fought match.
Paul Waner’s record hit
in 1936
In 1936, Paul Waner, a future Hall of Fame outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, tied Rogers Hornsby’s National League (NL) record by hitting his 200th MLB hit for the seventh time.
Willie Mays breaks Mel Ott’s record
in 1954
The year 1954 witnessed an incredible feat in baseball history as Willie Mays of the New York Giants hit his 82nd extra-base hit, breaking the record previously held by Mel Ott.
Bo Jackson’s monumental Home Run
in 1986
In 1986, Bo Jackson, a famous baseball and football player, launched his first home run, a colossal 475-foot blast that set the record for the longest home run at Royal Stadium.
The end of Cal Ripken Jr.’s streak
in 1987
Cal Ripken Jr., known for his record hitting streak, saw his remarkable streak of 8,243 consecutive innings (908 games) end in 1987.
Mark McGwire’s 50th Home Run
in 1996
Mark McGwire of the Oakland Athletics became the 13th player in baseball history to hit 50 home runs in a single season in 1996, a remarkable feat in sports history.
music, music
Premiere of “Turn of the Screw”
in 1954
Benjamin Britten’s opera “Turn of the Screw” premiered in Venice in 1954, marking a significant event in the world of classical music.
Filming “Tutti Frutti”
in 1955
Little Richard recorded the iconic rock and roll song “Tutti Frutti” at J & M Studios in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1955, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
Dmitri Shostakovich joins the Communist Party
in 1960
In 1960, the famous composer Dmitri Shostakovich became a member of the Communist Party of the USSR, a significant political and cultural development during the Cold War era.
Walt Disney receives the Medal of Freedom
in 1964
In 1964, Walt Disney was awarded the Medal of Freedom by the White House, in recognition of his significant contributions to the entertainment industry and American culture.
The tragic fire at Roy Orbison’s house
in 1968
While on tour in England in 1968, singer Roy Orbison suffered a tragic loss as a fire at his home in Henderson, Tennessee claimed the lives of his two oldest sons, a sad moment in music history.
The inaugural MTV Video Music Awards
in 1984
The first MTV Video Music Awards were held in 1984, with notable winners including The Cars for “You Might Think” and David Bowie for “China Girl”, marking the start of the music industry’s landmark annual event.
On this day in history – birthdays
Alexander von Humboldt
in 1769
Alexander von Humboldt, the famous German naturalist and explorer known for his work on “Cosmos”, was born in Berlin, Germany in 1769.
Margaret Sanger
in 1879
Margaret Sanger, American nurse, birth control advocate and feminist, was born in Corning, New York, in 1879.
Jacobo Árbenz
in 1913
Jacobo Árbenz, who was president of Guatemala from 1951 to 1954 before being overthrown by the CIA, was born in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala in 1913.
John Gutfreund
in 1929
John Gutfreund, an American investment banker who became the CEO of Salomon Brothers and was known as the “King of Wall Street”, was born in New York in 1929.
Sam Neill
in 1947
Sam Neill, a New Zealand actor known for his roles in films such as “Jurassic Park”, “Dead Calm” and “The Piano”, was born in Omagh, Northern Ireland in 1947.
Dmitry Medvedev
in 1965
Dmitry Medvedev, a Russian politician who served as both President and Prime Minister of Russia, was born in Leningrad, Soviet Union, in 1965.
Today in history – death
Aaron Burr
1836
Aaron Burr, the 3rd Vice President of the United States, famous for the infamous pistol duel in which he killed Alexander Hamilton, died at the age of 80 in 1836.
James Fenimore Cooper
in 1851
James Fenimore Cooper, the first great American novelist known for works such as “The Last of the Mohicans,” died at the age of 61 in 1851.
Arthur Wellesley
in 1852
Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington and former British Prime Minister died at the age of 83 in 1852.
William McKinley
1901
William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States, was assassinated in Buffalo at the age of 58, succumbing to gunshot wounds inflicted eight days earlier by an anarchist named Leon Czolgosz.
Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza
in 1905
The Italian-French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza, known for his explorations of the Congo (Brazzaville is named after him), died at the age of 53 in 1905.
Isadora Duncan
in 1927
Isadora Duncan, an American free form/interpretation dancer, died at the age of 50 due to a tragic incident where her scarf became entangled in a car wheel.
Tomáš Masaryk
in 1937
Tomáš Masaryk, Czech philosopher and the first president of Czechoslovakia (1918-1935), died at the age of 87 in 1937.
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