What happened on Monday June 15, 1914?

Here's what happened on June 15, 1914:

• Publication of James Joyce's 'The Dubliners' James Joyce's groundbreaking short story anthology 'The Dubliners' was published in London, featuring seminal works like 'Araby' and 'The Dead'. This collection would become a pivotal work in modernist literature, offering profound insights into early 20th-century Irish urban life and social dynamics.
• First Dutch Soldier Killed in Peacekeeping Mission Major Lodewijk Thomson of the International Gendarmerie was fatally shot by a suspected sniper during conflict near Durrës, Albania. This tragic event marked a significant moment as the first Dutch soldier to lose his life during a peacekeeping mission, highlighting the risks faced by international law enforcement personnel.
• Devastating Paris Thunderstorm Causes Fatal Flooding A catastrophic thunderstorm overwhelmed Paris's storm sewer infrastructure, leading to severe urban flooding that resulted in the tragic deaths of fourteen people, predominantly public workers. The incident highlighted the city's vulnerability to extreme weather events and infrastructure limitations.
• French Forces Repel Zayanes Attacks in Morocco During the Zaian War, French military forces successfully defended their position and repelled attacks from the Zayanes tribal confederation around the strategic location of Khenifra in Morocco. This engagement was part of the broader French colonial expansion in North Africa.
• Manitoba Legislative Assembly Dissolved for Elections The 13th session of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly was officially dissolved, marking the commencement of provincial election proceedings. This democratic process represented the ongoing development of representative governance in early 20th-century Canada.
• Expansion of Thailand's Northern Rail Line The Northern Rail Line in Thailand underwent infrastructure development, adding new stations including Ban Pin, Ban Thung Lo, and Prachuap Khiri Khan. This expansion represented ongoing transportation modernization efforts in early 20th-century Siam.

Events in 1914

June 15, 1914: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 15, 1914

Newspapers from Jun. 15, 1914

June 15, 1914 was a Monday and it was the 166th day of the year 1914 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 15, 1914 can also be written as 6/15/1914 in the US and as 15/6/1914 in UK and Europe.

June 15, 1914 in June 1914 calendar

Famous people born on June 15, 1914:

• Yuri Andropov

  Prominent Soviet political leader who served as General Secretary of the Communist Party from 1982 to 1984, playing a crucial role during...

• Saul Steinberg

  Renowned Romanian-American cartoonist and illustrator famous for his distinctive work in The New Yorker magazine, known for his innovative...

• Jurij Vladimirovič Andropov

Famous people born in 1914

Famous people born on June 15th

Famous people died on June 15, 1914:

• Lodewijk Thomson

Famous people who died in 1914

Famous people who died on June 15th

June 15, 1914: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 15, 1914 was That's a Real Moving Picture from Life by Manuel Romain, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Manuel Romain - That's a Real Moving Picture from Life

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 15th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 15, 1914: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 15, 1914 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 15, 1914 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 15, 1914 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on June 15, 1914 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 39% full, rising at 11:55 pm and setting at 12:59 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 08, 1914 while the next full moon would come on Jul 07, 1914.

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Your place in the Universe on June 15, 1914

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Someone born on June 15, 1914 is:

110 years 10 months old,

or 1330 months and 29 days old,

or 5787 weeks and 2 days old,

or 40511 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 15, 1914?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 15, 1914?

You belong to the Greatest Generation if you were born on June 15, 1914.

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