History
On This Day in History: June 14
Explore significant historical events, discoveries, and cultural moments that occurred on June 14.
Stars and Stripes adopted
The Continental Congress adopts the Stars and Stripes as the flag of the United States.
First non-stop transatlantic flight
John Alcock and Arthur Brown take off from St. John's, Newfoundland on the first successful non-stop transatlantic flight.
Paris falls
The French capital of Paris is occupied by German forces during World War II.
UNIVAC I dedicated
The first commercial computer, UNIVAC I, is dedicated by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Schengen Agreement
The Schengen Agreement is signed by five European states, establishing a border-free zone.
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What happened on June 14?
Significant events on June 14 include Stars and Stripes adopted and First non-stop transatlantic flight.
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