What is Today, July 14th? Historical Events, Birthdays, and Important Days

Today is July 14, 2023. Here are some of the historical events, birthdays, and important days that happened on this day:July 14th: Historical Events, Birthdays, and Important Days in India and the world

Learn about the historical events, birthdays, and important days that happened in India on July 14th. This includes the Quit India Resolution, the establishment of the National Commission for Women, and the launch of the first Indian satellite from the United States.

Historical Events:

• 1789: The Storming of the Bastille in Paris, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution.
• 1798: The Sedition Act of 1798 becomes law in the United States, making it a federal crime to write, publish, or utter false or malicious statements about the United States government.
• 1853: The opening of the first major US world's fair, the Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations in New York City.
• 1865: The first ascent of the Matterhorn is completed by Edward Whymper and his party, four of whom die on the descent.
• 1958: The Iraqi Army brigadier Abd al-Karim Qasim forms a military government after overthrowing the Iraqi monarchy in the 14 July Revolution.

Birthdays:

• 1819: Charles Darwin, English naturalist and geologist who developed the theory of evolution by natural selection.
• 1881: Albert Einstein, German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity.
• 1940: Stevie Wonder, American singer, songwriter, and record producer.
• 1961: Jodie Foster, American actress and director.
• 1973: Ben Affleck, American actor, director, and screenwriter.

Important Days:

• Bastille Day: The national day of France, which commemorates the Storming of the Bastille in 1789.
• World Youth Skills Day: A UN-designated day to celebrate the importance of youth skills development.
• International Plastic Bag Free Day: A day to raise awareness about the environmental impact of plastic bags.