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Edition No. 93 · GlobalEst. 2026
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This Day in History

This Day in History: October 14

Test your knowledge of significant historical events that occurred on October 14 throughout the centuries.

Date: 2026-10-14

1. In 1066, which decisive battle took place on October 14, marking a major turning point in English history?

2. On October 14, 1947, which American pilot became the first person to officially break the sound barrier in level flight?

3. In 1988, which Egyptian author became the first Arabic-language writer to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature?

4. On October 14, 2012, which Austrian skydiver successfully jumped from a balloon in the stratosphere, breaking the sound barrier?

5. In 1773, the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth established which institution, often cited as the first ministry of education in history?