August 14 is the 226th day of the year (227th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 139 days remain until the end of the year.

Independence Day (Urdu: ‍ یومِ آزادی, romanized: Yaum-i Āzādī ‍), observed annually on 14 August, is a national holiday in Pakistan. It commemorates the day when Pakistan achieved independence from the United Kingdom and was declared a sovereign state following the termination of the British Raj between the 14th and 15th August ...

Historical events for the 14th of August. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on August 14.

Discover what happened on August 14 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Jul 1, 2024 · August 14 has been marked by significant events that have shaped history. From pivotal battles and political shifts to social reforms and technological milestones, this date highlights a diverse array of historical moments.

On This Day In History - August 14: anniversaries, birthdays, major events, and time capsules. This day's facts in the arts, politics, and sciences.

August 14: V-J Day, Pakistani Independence, America's last public hanging and other important events, facts, birthdays, deaths and photos from August 14th.

From the defeat of the Boxer Rebellion in 1900 to the conclusion of World War 2 in 1945, discover what happened on August 14th.

August 14th is Tattoo Removal Day and Creamsicle Day. We’re now on the 226 th day of the year, and have 139 days left in 2025. This day in history was a real mixed bag of major historical events. Keep reading to find out what interesting historical events happened on August 14.

Today in history – which major historical events happened on August 14? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?