The Highlights of 1914: A Year That Shaped the Future
1914 (MCMXIV in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1914th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1914 a year special to you? Discover what 1914 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1914, 1914 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1914, how old is someone born in 1914 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1914.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1914 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1914 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1914
- Who was the U.S. President in 1914?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1914?
- Who was the Pope in 1914?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1914?
- What was the most popular movie in 1914?
- What was the best selling book in 1914?
- How old is someone born in 1914?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1914?
What was 1914 known for ?
- Difficult to talk about 1914 without mentioning the opening of the Panama Canal and, of course, the start of World War I.
- The conflict was precipitated by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria by Gavrilo Princip, a 19-year-old Serbian nationalist on June 28th. Austria-Hungary’s response was to attack the Serbian capital of Belgrade, causing Russia to enter the fray, in turn leading Germany to declare war on Russia and its ally, France. The United Kingdom declared war on Germany in response to their invasion of neutral Belgium. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the United States’ neutrality and attempted to broker a peace between the Allies (The U.K., France and Russia) and the Central European powers of Germany and Austria-Hungary, but to no avail. The United States would enter the war on the side of the Allies in the summer of 1918, playing a key role in the Allied victory in November of that year.
- The year was less grim for the arts, as on February 2nd famous English actor Charlie Chaplin made his debut in Making a Living, a comedy short. Soon after, he appeared in Kid Auto Races at Venice as his most famous character of “The Tramp”, and would star in one the year’s most popular films, Tillie’s Punctured Romance.
- In sports, legendary U.S. baseball player Babe Ruth made his major league debut and Honus Wagner of the Pittsburgh Pirates became the first player of the 20th century to reach 3000 career hits. In science and technology, British archaeologist Katherine Routledge began the first survey of the mysterious Easter Island, and the St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line in Florida launched the first regular passenger flight.
- Notable births in 1904 include American author William S. Burroughs, English actor Alec Guinness of Star Wars fame, and Soviet politician Yuri Andropov.
Key World Leaders of 1914
Who was the U.S. President in 1914?
In 1914, Woodrow Wilson (Democrat) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from March 04, 1913 to March 04, 1921. His presidency led the U.S. through World War I and proposed the League of Nations for global peace.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1914?
In 1914 the UK Prime Minister was H. H. Asquith (Liberal). During his premiership, he oversaw the early years of World War I and introduced major constitutional reforms, including the Parliament Act of 1911.
Who was the Pope in 1914?
In 1914, the Pope was Pius X until August 20, 1914; on September 03, 1914 Pope Benedict XV became the new Pope.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1914?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1914, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Love's Melody by Prince's Orchestra
What was the most popular movie in 1914?
The most popular movie and box office hit was Judith of Bethulia by D.W. Griffith
What was the best selling book in 1914?
How old is someone born in 1914?
Someone born in 1914 is 112 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1914?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1914 was the Year of the Tiger.
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