August 14th in History
August 14th in History
- 1893: First vehicle registration plates introduced, in France
- 1945: Japan surrenders unconditionally to the allies
- 1947: Pakistan created by the British
- 1974: Peace talks in Cyprus break down, and fresh fighting breaks out
- 1983: French troops deployed in Chad
August 14th birthdays
- 1867: John Galsworthy, English playwright and novelist
- 1946: Susan St. James, American film actress
