Battle of the Dalmatian Channels Begins
Croatian naval commandos attacked the Yugoslav patrol boat Mukos, starting the Battle of the Dalmatian Channels during the Croatian War of Independence.
Discover 14 historical moments on November 14 — 4 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
Hero image inspired by: Croatian War of Independence
Croatian naval commandos attacked the Yugoslav patrol boat Mukos, starting the Battle of the Dalmatian Channels during the Croatian War of Independence.
In poor conditions caused by Cyclone Forrest, Vietnam Airlines Flight 474 crashed near Nha Trang, killing 30 people.
Astronomers Michael E. Brown, Chad Trujillo, and David L. Rabinowitz discovered the trans-Neptunian object Sedna.
Red Bull Racing's Sebastian Vettel won the Drivers' Championship after winning the final race of the season, becoming the youngest Formula One champion.
Gwen Ifill was an American television journalist known for her work on PBS.
Peter Florjancic was a Slovene inventor and Olympic athlete.
Des O'Connor was an English comedian, singer, and television presenter.
Vic Flick was an English guitarist known for his work on numerous film soundtracks.
Peter Sinfield was an English songwriter and producer, best known for his work with the band King Crimson.
November 14 is home to 14 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 4 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1991 to the present day.
Among the most notable events on November 14: Battle of the Dalmatian Channels Begins (1991), Vietnam Airlines Flight 474 Crash (1992), Discovery of Sedna (2003). View all events →
Notable figures born on November 14 include Noussair Mazraoui, Christopher Nkunku, Sofia Kenin. View all birthdays →
Remembered figures who died on November 14 include Gwen Ifill, Peter Florjancic, Des O'Connor. View all →
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