[Fact 1: 'Bittersweet' History]
November 14 is 'National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day'. Celebrating the gourmet treat by indulging in this favorite combination of sweet and nutty flavors.
[Fact 2: Saint's Day]
In the Christian calendar, November 14 is celebrated as the feast day of Saint Dubricius, a 6th-century bishop and monk recognized as one of the founding figures of monastic life in Wales.
[Fact 3: A Day of Power Transitions]
The date is historically significant in terms of power transition. On November 14, 1973, Queen Elizabeth II inaugurated Princess Anne. Additionally, on this day in 2003, former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein was imprisoned.
[Fact 4: Beginnings of Broadcasting]
On November 14, 1922, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) started providing daily radio service broadcasts. This brought the world into the homes of listeners globally, sparking the start of a broadcasting revolution.
[Fact 5: What's in a Name?]
The name November comes from the Latin term 'Novem' meaning 'nine', as it was the ninth month in Roman calendar. The fun part is that even after the addition of January and February, the name remained.
[Fact 6: A Day of Great Authors]
November 14 has seen the birth of many great authors. Including Robert Louis Stevenson, author of "Treasure Island" and "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" along with Astrid Lindgren, creator of Pippi Longstocking.
[Fact 7: Mobile Phone Milestone]
The first commercial cell phone call was made on November 14, 1982, which marked a significant technological achievement in the world of communication.
[Fact 8: A Day of Freedom]
November 14, 1889, marked the beginning of American journalist Nellie Bly’s world trip. She undertook an ambitious journey to better Jules Verne's fictional journey from "Around the World in Eighty Days" and completed the trip just 72 days later.
[Fact 9: Children's Day in India]
In India, November 14 is celebrated as Children's Day, in honor of the country's first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's birthday, who was known for his love and dedication towards children.
[Fact 10: A Day of Peace]
Albert Einstein presented his general theory of relativity on this date in 1915. His work paved the way for understanding the fundamental laws of the universe and influenced peace movements worldwide.
[Fact 11: A Space Leap]
November 14 marks an important date in the history of space exploration. In 1969, the Apollo 12 mission was launched towards the Moon.
[Fact 12: The First Stock Exchange]
It was on November 14, 1792, that the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, the oldest in the United States, was founded.
[Fact 13: Historical Railroad]
The Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe railroads were officially opened of traffic on this day, November 14th, in 1880.
[Fact 14: Claude Monet's Birthday]
The famous French painter, Claude Monet was born on this day in 1840. He's the father figure of the Impressionist art movement.
[Fact 15: Famed Magic Trick]
The first known performance of pulling a rabbit out of a hat was credited to Louis Comte on November 14, 1814.
[Fact 16: World Diabetes Day]
November 14th is recognized as World Diabetes Day, aiming to raise awareness about the condition that affects millions of people globally.
[Fact 17: Unification of Italy]
November 14th, 1918 signifies the completion of Italy's unification process with the annexation of Trentino.
[Fact 18: Cinema History]
On November 14, 1908, Albert Warner, Sam Warner, and Jack L. Warner founded the famous American production company and film studio – Warner Bros.
[Fact 19: Operation Hump]
On this day in 1965, in the Vietnam War, the Battle of Ia Drang begins - the first major engagement between regular American and North Vietnamese forces.
[Fact 20: A Grand Ship]
Finally, on November 14, 1861, “The City of Boston”, an esteemed iron paddle steamship that operated between American and English port cities, performed her maiden voyage.