What happened on
March 14?
People born on March 14 are known for their analytical minds and creative problem-solving skills, often making them innovative thinkers and artists. They can be quite determined and passionate about their pursuits. With their unique blend of logic and imagination, individuals born on this day can achieve great things in various fields.
Historical Events
Eli Whitney is granted a patent for the cotton gin.
The first commercial shipment of oranges from Florida arrives in New York.
The United States Senate ratifies the Hay-Herran Treaty, granting the United States control over the Panama Canal Zone.
The United States Air Force flag is officially adopted.
The United States Department of Commerce officially announces that the global position system (GPS) is available for commercial use.
Famous Birthdays
Developing the theory of relativity.
Contributing to our understanding of black holes and cosmology.
Being a renowned actor in films like Alfie and The Dark Knight.
#1 Songs on This Date
March 14 is also known as Pi Day, as the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi (3.14) match the date.