On This Day — 14 December
Key events, births, and deaths on December 14th throughout history
Historical Events
1911
Roald Amundsen becomes first to reach South Pole.
1946
UN General Assembly establishes WHO (World Health Organization).
2003
Saddam Hussein captured by U.S. forces.
Notable Births
1503
Nostradamus – French astrologer.
1916
Shyam Benegal – Indian film director.
1988
Vanessa Hudgens – American actress.
In Memoriam
1799
George Washington – First U.S. President.
2013
Peter O’Toole – British-Irish actor.
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