January 14th is International Kite Day and Dress Up Your Pet Day.
Welcome to the fourteenth day of the month and year. It’s only one month away from Valentine’s Day, so that’s either comforting to know, or really not!
January 14 has been an important day throughout history. There are so many cool facts and historic events to learn about, and that’s exactly what we’re going to cover today!
Did you know that on this day, January 14, 1690, the clarinet was invented in Nuremberg, Germany by Johann Denner? It was an evolution of an earlier instrument called a chalumeau.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about January 14th in history!
Historical Events
What memorable events happened on January 14 in history? Keep reading to find out!
Blue Origin’s New Shepherd rocket successfully launched on its 14th flight from Launch Site One, Texas.
It flew as mission NS-14 to test out a new and improved crew capsule, the same capsule used later in 2021 to fly Founder Jeff Bezos to space. This mission, however, had a very different passenger - one crash test dummy dubbed "Mannequin Skywalker."
The country of Georgia officially adopted the Five Cross Flag after more than five hundred years since its last use.
The last time the Five Cross Flag, Georgia's current national flag, was used was during the time of the Kingdom of Georgia. The flag, which is made up of four small crosses and one large red cross, closely resembles the flag of the Kingdom of Jerusalem.
Norway was ceded to Sweden by King Frederik VI of Denmark.
At the time, Norway was under the control of the Danish crown, and the pair were allied with France in the Napoleonic Wars. When King Frederik VI swapped sides to join Britain and Sweden against France, the Treaty of Kiel was signed to transfer Norway to Sweden.
Famous Births
Is today your birthday? If so, you share this special day with Grant Gustin! Check out more famous people born on this day below.
1990
Grant Gustin
American Actor
Age
36 years old
Born IN
Virginia, USA
1966
Dan Schneider
American Television Producer
Age
60 years old
Born IN
Tennessee, USA
1968
LL Cool J
American Rapper
Age
58 years old
Born IN
New York, USA
1969
Jason Bateman
American Actor
Age
57 years old
Born IN
New York, USA
1948
Carl Weathers
American Actor
Died On
Feb 1, 2024 (Age 76)
Born IN
Louisiana, USA
Birthday & Zodiac
For those of you who were born on January 14, your zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Earth is the element given to Capricorns. The earth is always working, constantly evolving, and keeping our planet going day in, day out!
People born in January all have the Garnet birthstone. This birthstone provides love and loyal friendships into people’s lives while also giving them good health.
People born in January, symbolized by the carnation, embody passion and resilience, much like their primary birth flower. Snowdrops are the secondary birth flower, which brings a message of hope and renewal.
Those who were born on January 14th were likely conceived the previous year on April 23rd.
A baby that is conceived on January 14th, 2026, will likely be due later this year around October 7th.
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, January 14th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1946 — 2016
Alan Rickman
English Actor Alan Rickman was born on February 21, 1946. He died on this day in 2016, at age 69 in England, UK.
1832 — 1898
Lewis Carroll
English Writer Lewis Carroll was born on January 27, 1832. He died on this day in 1898, at age 65 in England, UK.
Quotes
What is your favorite quote from January 14? Here are the most noteworthy quotes said on this day throughout history.
2012
“I cry very easily. It can be a movie, a phone conversation, a sunset – tears are words waiting to be written.”
Paulo Coelho
(Brazilian Lyricist)
Special Holidays
If you're looking to try something new today, here are some special holidays that might just give you an idea.
International
International Kite Day
Do you remember the last time you flew a kite in the sky with friends or family? We’re guessing it was a while ago. But today is International Kite Day, so why not drop everything, let your hair down and fly a kite with your loved ones?
United States
National Dress Up Your Pet Day
Not that you really need an excuse to clothe your chihuahua, garb your gerbil, or trick out your thorny devil. I don't know what you're still doing here – go find something silly or cute and snap some cool pictures of your pet!
Fact Of The Day
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Days Until
Your countdown to 2026's upcoming special days!
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Groundhog Day
19 days
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Valentine's Day
31 days
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Women's Day
53 days
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St Patrick's Day
62 days
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Halloween
290 days
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Christmas Day
345 days
