June 14: What Happened on This Day in History
June 14th marks the 165th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 166th in case of leap years). There are 200 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on June 14th in history, famous birthdays on June 14th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to June 14.
What happened on June 14?
Here's what happened on June 14th in history:
- 2022: In a historic diplomatic resolution, Canada and Denmark peacefully ended their decades-long territorial dispute over Hans Island, known humorously as the 'Whiskey War'. The two nations agreed to split the small Arctic island, demonstrating a remarkable example of diplomatic conflict resolution through mutual agreement and good-natured negotiation.
- 2020: The Atlanta police chief resigned, and an officer was fired following the fatal shooting of Rayshard Brooks in a drive-through parking lot, which sparked further protests against police violence and racial injustice.
- 2019: Devastating floods and heavy rains struck central and southern China, resulting in at least 61 fatalities and the evacuation of 356,000 people. The natural disaster caused significant disruption and humanitarian challenges in the affected regions.
- 2011: Security forces expanded a military operation in the northern part of Syria as part of a systematic crackdown against ongoing protests during the 2011 Syrian uprising.
- 2010: Intense fighting erupted between Somali government troops, local police, and civilians in Mogadishu, resulting in at least 13 fatalities. Additionally, gunmen assassinated a regional judge in the Hamarjajab region, further escalating the violence and instability in the area.
- 2007: Ruth Bell Graham, wife of renowned evangelist Billy Graham, passed away. She was a significant figure in Christian ministry and known for her strong faith and support of her husband's global evangelistic work.
- 2001: On June 14, 2001, the United States Army implemented a significant uniform change, mandating that all soldiers wear the black beret as their standard headgear. This change represented a symbolic shift in military dress and identity, elevating the beret from a special forces symbol to a standard issue item for all Army personnel.
- 1998: A comedy benefit show aimed at raising funds for charitable causes, highlighting the entertainment industry's philanthropic efforts.
- 1996: The comedy film 'Cable Guy', starring Jim Carrey, was released in theaters, marking another notable entry in Carrey's comedic filmography during the mid-1990s.
- 1993: Tansu Çiller is appointed as the first female Prime Minister of Turkey, succeeding Süleyman Demirel, breaking a significant gender barrier in Turkish political leadership.
What famous birthdays are on June 14?
On June 14th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Donald Trump (1946)Prominent American real estate developer, businessman, and 45th President of the United States who transformed numerous properties and built...
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Lucy Hale (1989)Lucy Hale is a prominent American actress and singer who rose to fame through her leading role in the popular teen drama series 'Pretty...
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James Black (1924)Renowned Scottish pharmacologist who won the Nobel Prize for groundbreaking work in drug development, particularly beta-blockers and...
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Yasmine Bleeth (1968)American actress known for TV roles and personal legal troubles involving drug possession and driving offenses.
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Burl Ives (1909)Renowned American folk singer, actor, and cultural icon who significantly influenced mid-20th century music and entertainment.
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Pierre Salinger (1925)Prominent American journalist and political figure who served as White House Press Secretary during the Kennedy and Johnson administrations.
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Boy George (1961)Iconic British pop singer and lead vocalist of Culture Club, known for his groundbreaking gender-fluid style and hit songs like 'Do You...
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Louis Garrel (1983)French actor from a prominent artistic family, son of filmmaker Louis Garrel and actress Brigitte Sy, with godfather Jean-Pierre Laenaud.
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Marla Gibbs (1931)Marla Gibbs is an Emmy-nominated actress and comedian best known for her iconic roles in popular sitcoms 'The Jeffersons' and '227'.
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Aaron Taylor-Johnson (1990)Aaron Taylor-Johnson is a prominent British actor known for his versatile roles in action and drama films, including 'Kick-Ass', 'Avengers:...
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Who died on June 14?
On June 14th the following celebrities died:
![Richard Jaeckel]()
Richard Jaeckel (1997)American character actor known for notable roles in war films like '3:10 to Yuma' and 'Sands of Iwo Jima', who appeared in over 100 films...
![Marcel Mouloudji]()
Marcel Mouloudji (1994)French actor and singer known for his significant contributions to French entertainment during the mid-20th century.
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Emmeline Pankhurst (1928)British feminist social activist for women who established the "women's franchise league" (1889) and worked for women's rights her entire...
- Kees Fens (2008)
Prominent Dutch literary critic and writer who made significant contributions to literary analysis and criticism in the Netherlands during...
- Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1534)
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a renowned Hindu mystic and spiritual teacher who founded the Gaudiya Vaishnava school of Hinduism.
- Ahmad Zahir (1979)
Iconic Afghan singer who revolutionized Afghan music in the 1970s, earning the nickname 'Elvis of Afghanistan' for his distinctive musical...
- Sushant Singh Rajput (2020)
Sushant Singh Rajput was a prominent Indian film actor who tragically passed away on 14 June 2020, leaving behind a significant legacy in...
- Salvatore Quasimodo (1968)
Renowned Italian poet and Nobel Prize in Literature laureate (1959), known for his significant contributions to modern Italian poetry and...
- Henry Mancini (1994)
Legendary American film composer and conductor who created iconic movie soundtracks like 'Moon River' and won multiple Grammy and Oscar...
What day of the year is June 14?
June 14th marks the 165th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 166th in case of leap years).
There are 200 days remaining until the end of the year.
June 14th is the 14th day of the month of June.
What day of the week is June 14?
On June 14th, 2025 the day of the week is Saturday.
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What zodiac sign is associated with the day June 14?
The zodiac sign associated with June 14th is Gemini according to the Western Zodiac.
