March 14

    What happened on March 14 in history

    3 events fall on March 14, from 1794 to 1964. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on March 14

    1. 1794

      The cotton gin is patented

      Eli Whitney's machine transforms the economics of American slavery.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1879

      Albert Einstein is born

      The physicist is born in Ulm to a family of electrical engineers.

      Read about Edison's Light Bulb Demonstration, Menlo ParkPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1964

      Jack Ruby is convicted

      The killer of Lee Harvey Oswald is found guilty of murder in Dallas.

      Read about Gateway Arch Under Construction, St. LouisPlay the 20th century round

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