1647day.year
Thirty Years' War: Bavaria, Cologne, France and Sweden sign the Truce of Ulm.
In 1647, Bavaria, Cologne, France, and Sweden signed the Truce of Ulm, momentarily pausing hostilities in the Thirty Years' War.
On March 14, 1647, Bavaria, Cologne, France, and Sweden agreed to the Truce of Ulm during the Thirty Years' War.
The accord temporarily halted fighting on the Upper Rhine front.
It reflected shifting alliances as Catholic and Protestant powers negotiated an uneasy peace.
Bavaria gained time to replenish its forces, while France and Sweden sought to isolate Habsburg influence.
Although short-lived, the truce demonstrated the diplomatic complexities underpinning the protracted conflict.
Hostilities resumed soon after, culminating in the Peace of Westphalia in 1648.
1647
Thirty Years' War
Bavaria
Cologne
France
Sweden
Truce of Ulm
1757day.year
Admiral Sir John Byng is executed by firing squad aboard HMS Monarch for breach of the Articles of War.
In 1757, Admiral Sir John Byng was executed by firing squad aboard HMS Monarch for failing to relieve Minorca in the Seven Years' War.
On March 14, 1757, Admiral John Byng was executed by a Royal Navy firing squad aboard HMS Monarch.
He was convicted under the Articles of War for not adequately relieving the British garrison at Minorca.
Byng’s death sparked public debate over military justice and command responsibility.
Voltaire famously satirized the event by noting the British shoot an admiral 'pour encourager les autres'.
The case highlighted the harsh discipline of 18th-century naval warfare and political scapegoating.
It prompted reforms in naval law and the treatment of officers in the Royal Navy.
1757
John Byng
executed by firing squad
HMS Monarch
Articles of War
1900day.year
The Gold Standard Act is ratified, placing the United States currency on the gold standard.
On March 14, 1900, the Gold Standard Act was ratified, officially backing the U.S. dollar with gold and reshaping American monetary policy.
On March 14, 1900, the Gold Standard Act was ratified, establishing gold as the sole basis of U.S. currency. The act defined the dollar in terms of a fixed weight of gold, aiming to stabilize the monetary system. It followed years of debate over bimetallism and the use of silver in coinage. Supporters argued that a gold-backed dollar would curb inflation and boost investor confidence. The legislation ended the minting of silver coins and anchored the dollar’s value firmly to gold reserves. This policy dominated American finance until the Great Depression when the U.S. abandoned the gold standard in 1933 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The act’s legacy influenced global monetary systems and set a precedent for modern currency policies.
1900
Gold Standard Act
United States currency
gold standard
1901day.year
Utah governor Heber Manning Wells vetoes a bill that would have eased restriction on polygamy.
On March 14, 1901, Utah Governor Heber M. Wells vetoed a bill that would have eased restrictions on polygamy, reinforcing state compliance with federal law.
On March 14, 1901, Utah Governor Heber M. Wells vetoed proposed legislation aimed at relaxing polygamy restrictions in the state. The bill would have reduced legal penalties and oversight of plural marriages, a practice associated with the LDS Church. Wells argued that the measure conflicted with federal anti-polygamy statutes and threatened social order. His veto underscored Utah’s commitment to uphold national laws and distance itself from past controversies. Although Utah had achieved statehood in 1896, debates over polygamy and religious freedom persisted into the 20th century. The decision drew national attention and highlighted ongoing tensions between local religious practices and federal authority.
1901
Heber Manning Wells
1920day.year
In the second of the 1920 Schleswig plebiscites, about 80% of the population in Zone II votes to remain part of Weimar Germany.
On March 14, 1920, the second Schleswig plebiscite saw roughly 80% of voters in Zone II choose to remain part of Weimar Germany, shaping the German-Danish border.
On March 14, 1920, residents of Zone II in the Schleswig region cast their votes in the second plebiscite to determine whether they would join Denmark or remain in Germany. Approximately 80% of the population chose to stay within Weimar Germany, while earlier voting in Zone I had favored Denmark. The referendums arose from the Treaty of Versailles and principles of national self-determination after World War I. Zone II’s mixed communities faced a pivotal decision that would define their national identity and political future. The vote’s outcome solidified the modern boundary between Denmark and Germany and eased tensions in the region. The Schleswig plebiscites stand as a notable example of peacefully resolving territorial disputes through democratic means.
1920
1920 Schleswig plebiscites
Weimar Germany
1939day.year
Slovakia declares independence under German pressure.
On March 14, 1939, Slovakia declared its independence under pressure from Nazi Germany, forming the Slovak Republic.
On March 14, 1939, Slovak political leaders, influenced by Adolf Hitler’s demands, proclaimed the independence of Slovakia from Czechoslovakia. Jozef Tiso, a Catholic priest and nationalist figure, became the head of the newly established Slovak Republic. The declaration followed the Munich Agreement and the dismemberment of Czechoslovakia, as European powers reconfigured borders before World War II. The Slovak State quickly adopted authoritarian governance and aligned its policies with Nazi Germany, including anti-Semitic legislation. The regime contributed troops and resources to Germany’s war efforts, illustrating its status as a German puppet state. Slovak sovereignty ended in 1945 when Allied victories led to the reestablishment of Czechoslovakia, marking a turbulent chapter in Central European history.
1939
Slovakia
German
1964day.year
Jack Ruby is convicted of killing Lee Harvey Oswald, the assassin who had shot and killed John F. Kennedy in the previous year.
Jack Ruby is found guilty of murdering Lee Harvey Oswald, President Kennedy's accused assassin.
Jack Ruby, a Dallas nightclub owner, shot Lee Harvey Oswald in the basement of the Dallas Police Headquarters on November 24, 1963. Oswald was charged with assassinating President John F. Kennedy days earlier. After a highly publicized trial, Ruby was convicted on March 14, 1964, and sentenced to death. The verdict fueled conspiracy theories surrounding Kennedy's assassination. Ruby's conviction underscored the legal and emotional aftermath of the national tragedy.
1964
Jack Ruby
Lee Harvey Oswald
John F. Kennedy
1967day.year
The body of U.S. President John F. Kennedy is moved to a permanent burial place at Arlington National Cemetery.
President John F. Kennedy's remains are interred at a permanent memorial tomb in Arlington National Cemetery.
On March 14, 1967, the remains of President John F. Kennedy were relocated from a temporary gravesite to a permanent memorial tomb at Arlington National Cemetery. The new gravesite is marked by the Eternal Flame overlooking Washington, D.C. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy participated in the dedication ceremony attended by world leaders and mourners. The relocation honored Kennedy's legacy and provided a lasting place of pilgrimage. The tomb remains a symbol of national remembrance for the fallen president.
1967
John F. Kennedy
permanent burial place
Arlington National Cemetery
1982day.year
The South African government bombs the headquarters of the African National Congress in London.
The apartheid-era South African government bombs the ANC headquarters in London.
On March 14, 1982, agents of South Africa's apartheid government carried out a bombing raid on the London offices of the African National Congress (ANC). The attack targeted the ANC's international headquarters, aiming to disrupt anti-apartheid activism abroad. Several staff members were injured and significant property damage occurred. The bombing sparked global outrage and condemnation from the British government and human rights organizations. It intensified scrutiny of apartheid policies and galvanized international support for the anti-apartheid movement. The incident underscored the regime's willingness to pursue its opponents beyond its borders.
1982
bombs
African National Congress
2006day.year
The 2006 Chadian coup d'état attempt ends in failure.
A coup d'état attempt in Chad ends in failure.
On March 14, 2006, an attempted coup against Chadian President Idriss Déby failed to dislodge his government. Rebel forces had seized key positions in the capital, N'Djamena, but loyalist troops quickly regained control. The uprising was led by dissident military officers dissatisfied with Déby's rule and economic conditions. After intense fighting, the rebels retreated and the government reasserted authority. The failed coup highlighted ongoing political instability in Chad and concerns about governance in the region.
2006
2006 Chadian coup d'état attempt
2006day.year
Operation Bringing Home the Goods: Israeli troops raid an American-supervised Palestinian prison in Jericho to capture six Palestinian prisoners, including PFLP chief Ahmad Sa'adat.
Israeli forces raid Jericho prison to capture PFLP leader Ahmad Sa'adat under Operation Bringing Home the Goods.
On March 14, 2006, Israeli Defense Forces carried out Operation Bringing Home the Goods, raiding a Palestinian prison in Jericho that was under American supervision. The operation aimed to apprehend six imprisoned militants, including Ahmad Sa'adat, the leader of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP). The raid involved ground troops and armored vehicles breaching the facility's walls. Sa'adat and the other detainees were flown to Israel for trial, provoking Palestinian outrage. The action strained Israeli-Palestinian relations and drew international criticism over sovereignty and legal jurisdiction. It underscored the volatility of security cooperation in the occupied territories.
Operation Bringing Home the Goods
Palestinian
Jericho
PFLP
Ahmad Sa'adat