What happened this day in history August 14, 1926

What are the important events that happened on August 14, 1926? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

August 14, 1926: Facts & Myths About This Day

August 14, 1926 is the 226th day of the year 1926 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 139 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Saturday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is August 1, 1926 – a Saturday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘dihectaicosahexagon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a Cent every day starting at age 5, then by now that person has accumulated $338.30. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Leo is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Peridot is the modern birthstone for this month. Diamond is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Tiger is the mythical animal and Fire is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

My Famous Birthday Ninja Do people and celebrities interest you? Discover all the August 14 famous birthdays who share your special day. Learn some fun facts about your birthday! (Sponsored link)

Who were born on August 14, 1926?

  • 1926
    Alice Ghostley, American actress (d. 2007)
  • 1926
    Buddy Greco, American singer and pianist
  • 1926
    Lina Wertmüller, Italian film director
  • 1926
    René Goscinny, French comic-strip author (d. 1977)

Who died on August 14, 1926?

  • 1926
    John H. Moffitt, American politician (b. 1843)

Coffee Love Holy Toledo! Did you know that coffee and word games are an excellent combination to sharpen your vocabulary? Let’s give it a quick spin. Within 30 seconds, how many words can you think of from these letters LIGXGYKIEVWAE? Check your answers here: Word scramble LIGXGYKIEVWAE. (Sponsored by WordFinder.Cafe)