August 14th in History

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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