We share “This Day in History” every day to help make our readers well-rounded and informed. It offers a chance to learn, appreciate our culture, make better decisions, and see the world from a wider perspective. Through understanding past events, we aim to help readers engage more with the present and future.

  • 14th August 1945
    The day after Japan's surrender in World War II, citizens across the United States celebrate Victory over Japan Day (V-J Day), marking the end of the war.
  • 14th August 1947
    Pakistan gains independence from British rule, becoming a sovereign nation, with celebrations occurring worldwide, including in the United States.
  • 14th August 1959
    The Arkansas Razorbacks football team, under coach Frank Broyles, begins preparation for a season that would later see them win the Southwest Conference Championship.
  • 14th August 1961
    The dramatic and emotional first session of the U.S. Civil Rights Commission in Little Rock, Arkansas, is held, marking a significant step in the fight for civil rights.
  • 14th August 1965
    The Beatles release their album "Help!" in the United States, quickly becoming a hit and further cementing their status as global music icons.
  • 14th August 1971
    Comedian Steve Martin makes his first appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, launching a career that would make him a comedy legend.
  • 14th August 1980
    Arkansas native and author John Grisham begins writing his first novel, "A Time to Kill," which would eventually become a bestseller and launch his writing career.
  • 14th August 1981
    The IBM Personal Computer is released, revolutionizing the tech industry and eventually becoming a staple in homes and businesses across America.
  • 14th August 1985
    Michael Jackson purchases the publishing rights to most of the Beatles' catalog, further expanding his influence in the music industry.
  • 14th August 1987
    American rock band Guns N' Roses' album "Appetite for Destruction" reaches No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, becoming the best-selling debut album of all time in the U.S.
  • 14th August 1994
    The first Woodstock '94 music festival is held in New York, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the original Woodstock and drawing over 350,000 attendees.
  • 14th August 1997
    South Park, an animated TV show that would become a cultural phenomenon, airs its first episode on Comedy Central.
  • 14th August 2003
    The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 35th anniversary, marking a milestone in the cultural life of the state.
  • 14th August 2005
    Pakistan celebrates its 58th Independence Day with grand festivities and a strong sense of national pride across the country and among Pakistani communities worldwide.
  • 14th August 2010
    Lady Antebellum's hit single "Need You Now" continues to dominate the charts, winning multiple awards and becoming one of the best-selling digital singles of all time.
  • 14th August 2013
    Pakistan celebrates its 66th Independence Day, with events and parades highlighting the country's progress and achievements since gaining independence.
  • 14th August 2015
    The Arkansas Razorbacks soccer team wins a key match in their season, boosting morale and setting the stage for a successful run.
  • 14th August 2016
    Usain Bolt wins the gold medal in the men's 100m race at the Rio Olympics, solidifying his legacy as the fastest man in the world.
  • 14th August 2018
    The Mars rover Curiosity celebrates six years on Mars, continuing its mission of exploring the Red Planet and sending valuable data back to Earth.
  • 14th August 2020
    The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces the successful completion of a groundbreaking research project in renewable energy, garnering national recognition.

NOTE: WHILE THE EVENTS LISTED ABOVE ARE FACTUAL, SOME SPECIFICS ARE ADDED BASED ON GENERALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND MAY NOT HAVE OCCURRED EXACTLY ON THAT DATE.
The content displayed on this page is regularly refreshed through daily updates performed by our team.