1914 Scientific Discoveries Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 12 Mar George Westinghouse passes away: George Westinghouse, the pioneering American engineer and inventor, died on March 12, 1914. He was renowned for his contributions to the development of the alternating current (AC) electrical system and founded the Westinghouse Electric Company. source: britannica.com
- 06 Apr Founding of the American Radio Relay League: The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) was founded on April 6, 1914, to promote the interests of amateur radio operators in the United States.
- 08 May Kentucky Academy of Science Established: A group of 46 Kentucky scientists and interested laypersons founded the Kentucky Academy of Science, an organization dedicated to encouraging scientific research, promoting scientific knowledge dissemination, and unifying scientific interests within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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