October 14th is known as World Standards Day and Be Bald and Be Free Day.
This day marks the 288th day of the year, and there are only 78 days remaining in 2024.
You’ll be amazed when you see what we have in store for you on this special day.
Did you know that on this day in 1979, the first LGBT civil rights march took place in Washington D.C.? Up to 125,000 people joined the parade, and it was broadcast live on several National Public Radio affiliates.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about October 14th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on October 14 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2014
The Serbia v Albania qualifying match for the UEFA Euro soccer cup was canceled mid-game.
The match was canceled 42 minutes into the game after fans from both sides repeatedly burst onto the playing field and started fights. However, Serbia was awarded the win, as Albania refused to continue playing after fans attacked their players. Both teams were fined €100,000.
1912
Former US President Theodore Roosevelt delivered a speech immediately after being shot.
While campaigning for the Presidency, Roosevelt was approached by a crazed man who thought that the ghost of a previous US President wanted him to shoot Roosevelt. A folded 50-page copy of Roosevelt’s speech and his steel glasses case partially stopped the bullet. After determining that he was not fatally wounded, Roosevelt delivered his speech and only afterward accepted medical attention.
Famous Births
If you were born on this day, did you know that you share the same birthday with Usher? See who else was born on October 14th below!
2001
Rowan Blanchard
American
Actress
Age:
23 years old
Born In:
California, USA
1978
Usher
American
Singer
Age:
46 years old
Born In:
Texas, USA
1927
Roger Moore
English
Actor
Died On:
May 23, 2017 (Age 89)
Born In:
England, UK
1988
Max Thieriot
American
Actor
Age:
36 years old
Born In:
California, USA
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, October 14th has also been a day where we’ve had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1950
2022
Robbie Coltrane
Scottish
Actor
1950
2022
Robbie Coltrane
Robbie Coltrane was a Scottish actor born on March 30, 1950. He died on this day in 2022, at age 72 in Larbert, Scotland, UK.
Died On:
Oct 14, 2022 (Age 72)
Died In:
Scotland, UK
1903
1977
Bing Crosby
American
Singer
1903
1977
Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby was an American singer born on May 3, 1903. He died on this day in 1977, at age 74 in Alcobendas, Spain.
Died On:
Oct 14, 1977 (Age 74)
Died In:
Alcobendas, Spain
Quotes
Below you’ll find the most popular quotes people have said on October 14th throughout history.
2001
When you stop thinking about yourself all the time, a certain sense of repose overtakes you.
Leonard Cohen
Canadian Singer
1886
A poet can survive everything but a misprint.
Oscar Wilde
Irish Poet
1843
Man is an animal that diddles, and there is no animal that diddles but man.
Edgar Allan Poe
American Writer
Special Holidays
Are you looking for something to do today? Well, here’s a few special days that might just give you some ideas.
World Standards Day
In today’s global society, it simply makes sense to have a certain level of standards for goods and services, which is precisely why the International Organization for Standardization was founded. Take part in World Standards Day by reading up on the standards they created!
Be Bald And Be Free Day
Some people naturally become bald, some by choice, and others go bald from medical conditions. Whichever the reason, there’s nothing to be ashamed of, so show off your beautiful bald scalp today on Be Bald And Be Free Day – just don’t forget to wear sunblock!
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
Stonehenge was rebuilt throughout the early 1900s. This information was hidden from the public for decades.
Birthday & Zodiac
People who were born on October 14th all share the Libra star sign.
Libra is an air sign represented by the scales, but did you know that it’s the only inanimate object of the zodiac?
Pink tourmaline is the birthstone given to people born in October. Did you know that in the United States, tourmaline has been found in Maine, North Carolina, and California? It’s even the official mineral of Maine.
People born on October 14 were likely conceived the same year on January 21.
A baby that is conceived on October 14, 2024, will likely be due around July 7, 2025.
