Birth
Peter Lely
Holanda/Inglaterra
Peter Lely, born on September 14, 1617, was a prominent Baroque painter of Dutch origin. He made a career in England, where he became official court painter to King Charles II.
† 30/11/1680DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Saturday, 14 September 2024
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Alexander von Humbolt
Alemanha
Alexander von Humbolt, German explorer and scientist, considered the father of modern plant geography.
† 6/5/1859 - Birth
Jan Garrige Masaryk
Checoslováquia
Jan Garrige Masaryk, Czechoslovak statesman and diplomat, known for his role in the creation of Czechoslovakia.
† 10/3/1948 - Birth
Renzo Piano
Itália
Renzo Piano, Italian architect, famous for his works such as the Pompidou Center in Paris.
† 27/5/1963 - Birth
Vitorino
Portugal
Vitorino Salomé Vieira, Portuguese singer and composer, recognized for his popular music.
- Birth
João Semedo
Portugal
João Augusto Nunes de Araújo Semedo, Portuguese doctor and politician, defender of patients' rights.
- Birth
Dmitry Medvedev
Rússia
Dmitry Medvedev, Russian politician, former president and prime minister of Russia.
- Birth
Ron DeSantis
As Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis emerged as one of the most influential leaders of the American conservative right. With a stance focused on state sovereignty and combating federal bureaucracy, he has become a central figure in the debate over the Republican Party's traditional values and economic management.
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National Day in Costa Rica
Costa Rica
On September 14, 1848, Costa Rica officially adopted its flag and coat of arms, celebrating its national identity.
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First penalty scored in football history
Inglaterra
On September 14, 1891, football saw the first penalty in its history, in a game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Accrington Stanley, in England. This new regulation emerged as a way of punishing serious infractions within the penalty area, becoming one of the most iconic rules in sport.
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Creation of OPEC
Bagdade, Iraque
The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) was created on September 14, 1960, in Baghdad, at the initiative of five founding countries: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Venezuela.
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Anniversary of the presentation of the "new" Estádio da Luz
Lisboa, Portugal
The new Estádio da Luz, home of Sport Lisboa and Benfica, was presented to the press on September 13, 2003. With an impressive capacity for around 120,000 spectators, it was a significant milestone in the history of sport in Portugal. This modern stadium was designed to replace the previous one, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure to host major events, including the Euro 2004 final.
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World Atopic Dermatitis Day
World Atopic Dermatitis Day is celebrated on September 14 to raise awareness about this chronic inflammatory skin condition. Atopic dermatitis affects millions of people around the world, causing discomfort and impacting quality of life. The date serves to promote early diagnosis and effective treatments.
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Day of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The Day of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross is celebrated annually on September 13, commemorating the discovery of the true cross of Christ by Empress Helena.