August 14: A Significant Day in History – Key Events and Notable Birthdays

What Happened on August 14 in History?

August 14th in History:
August 14th marks the 226th day of the year (227th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 141 days remaining until the end of the year. This date has witnessed several significant events in both Indian and world history.

Key Events in Indian History on August 14

1. Bombay High Court Established (1862):
   The Bombay High Court was inaugurated on August 14, 1862. It had both Original and Appellate Jurisdiction, with the former derived from the Supreme Court and the latter from the Sudder Diwani and Sudder Foujdari Adalats, which were merged with the High Court.
2. Partition of India (1947):
   On August 14, 1947, the Partition of India took place, leading to the creation of Pakistan. This day is now observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in India, commemorating the victims and the suffering endured during this monumental event.
3. First Youth Olympic Games (2010):
   The inaugural Summer Youth Olympic Games began on August 14, 2010. This international multi-sport and cultural event is aimed at youth aged between 14-18 years.

Notable Global Events on August 14

1. Pakistan Independence Day (1947):
   Pakistan celebrates its Independence Day on August 14th every year, marking its independence from British rule in 1947. This is one of the most significant national holidays in Pakistan.
2. Lincoln Meets African Americans (1862):
   On August 14, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln became the first U.S. president to confer with a group of African Americans. This meeting took place during the height of the American Civil War, marking a significant moment in U.S. history.
3. China Declares War on Germany (1917):
   On August 14, 1917, encouraged by the United States, China declared war on Germany during World War I. This was a strategic move to secure China’s place in the eventual peace agreements.
4. Social Security Act Signed into Law (1935):
   President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on August 14, 1935. This landmark legislation provided benefits to the unemployed, retirees, and the disabled.
5. Japan’s Surrender Made Public (1945):
   Following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan accepted Allied surrender terms on August 14, 1945, effectively bringing World War II to an end.
6. Northeast U.S. Blackout (2003):
   A massive power outage on August 14, 2003, affected the northeastern United States and parts of Canada. Within three minutes, 21 power plants shut down, leaving millions without electricity.

Highlighted Historical Events

• Creation of the Oregon Territory (1848)
• Signing of the Atlantic Charter (1941)
• End of the U.S. Bombing of Cambodia (1973)
• Shannon Faulkner at The Citadel (1995)

Birthdays on August 14

1. Johnny Lever (1957):
   Johnny Lever is a renowned Indian actor and comedian, celebrated for his unique style of comedy and versatile acting skills.
2. Mohnish Bahl (1961):
   An Indian actor known for his work in both positive and negative roles in Hindi films and television shows.
3. Mohit Raina (1982):
   Famous for his portrayal of Lord Shiva in the popular television series “Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev.”
4. Sunidhi Chauhan (1983):
   A highly acclaimed Indian playback singer, Sunidhi Chauhan is known for her powerful and versatile voice across various genres.

Death Anniversary on August 14

• Shammi Kapoor (2011):
  The legendary actor, known for his unique dancing style and charismatic screen presence, passed away on August 14, 2011, due to chronic kidney disease.

Important Days in August

• World Wide Web Day (August 1)
• Hiroshima Day (August 6)
• International Youth Day (August 12)
• Pakistan Independence Day (August 14)
• India Independence Day (August 15)
• World Photography Day (August 19)
• National Sports Day (August 29)

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