1973⚡ Event
John McCain Released from POW Camp
U.S. Navy pilot John McCain was released from captivity by North Vietnamese forces. He was among 109 prisoners of war released after five and a half years.
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What Happened on March 14?
Discover 17 historical moments on March 14 — 5 events, 7 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on March 14(5)
1984⚡ Event
Assassination Attempt on Gerry Adams
Gerry Adams, the leader of Sinn Féin, was seriously wounded in an assassination attempt. The attack was carried out by Ulster Freedom Fighters in central Belfast, Northern Ireland.
politicswardisaster
1988⚡ Event
China-Vietnam Naval Skirmish
China defeated Vietnam in a naval altercation near the Spratly Islands. China was attempting to establish oceanographic observation posts in the disputed territory.
warpoliticsexploration
1991⚡ Event
Escondida Copper Mine Inaugurated
Escondida, which would become one of the world's most productive copper mines, was officially inaugurated.
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2021⚡ Event
Hlaingthaya Massacre in Myanmar
Burmese military and police forces killed at least 65 civilians during the Hlaingthaya massacre in Yangon. The victims included protestors against a recent coup d'état.
politicsdisasterwar
Famous Birthdays on March 14(7)
1879🎂 Birth
Albert Einstein Born
Albert Einstein, one of the most influential physicists of all time, is born. He developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.
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1879🎂 Birth
Albert Einstein
German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.
science
2000🎂 Birth
Chrisean Rock
Chrisean Rock is an American rapper and reality television personality.
entertainment
2001🎂 Birth
Birth of Nico Mannion
Nico Mannion, an Italian-American basketball player, was born.
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2008🎂 Birth
Birth of Abby Ryder Fortson
Abby Ryder Fortson, an American actress, was born.
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Notable Deaths on March 14(5)
2019🕊️ Death
Jake Phelps
Jake Phelps was an American skateboarder and editor-in-chief of Thrasher magazine.
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March 14 in History
March 14 is home to 17 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 7 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1973 to the present day.
Major Events on March 14
Among the most notable events on March 14: John McCain Released from POW Camp (1973), Assassination Attempt on Gerry Adams (1984), China-Vietnam Naval Skirmish (1988). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on March 14
Notable figures born on March 14 include Albert Einstein Born, Albert Einstein, Marvin Bagley III. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on March 14
Remembered figures who died on March 14 include Jake Phelps, Charlie Whiting, Haig Young. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on March 14?
- March 14 is home to 17 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 7 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on March 14?
- One of the most notable events on March 14 is: John McCain Released from POW Camp.
- Who was born on March 14?
- Famous figures born on March 14 include Albert Einstein Born, Albert Einstein, Marvin Bagley III.
- How many historical events happened on March 14?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on March 14, spanning centuries of world history.
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