What happened on the 14 November?

Events. 1770 – James Bruce discovers what he believes to be the source of the Nile. 1812 – Napoleonic Wars: At the Battle of Smoliani, French Marshals Victor and Oudinot are defeated by the Russians under General Peter Wittgenstein. 1851 – Moby-Dick, a novel by Herman Melville, is published in the USA.

What is the significance of Nov 14?

The day commemorates the birth anniversary of the first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru who was born on November 14, 1889. He was also fondly called Chacha Nehru and the day is dedicated to educate and empower the children whom he considered to be the real strength of a nation and the foundation of a society.

How old would I be if I was born on November 14 2001?

How old am I if I was born on November 14, 2001? – If you were born on November 14, 2001, you are 19 years old.

What happened on this day 2001?

On this day in 2001, 19 militants associated with the terrorist group al-Qaeda hijacked four planes in the United States, crashing three into buildings (the fourth crashed in Pennsylvania) and killing some 3,000 people.

What are some historical events in November 2001?

Nov 3 San Antonio Spurs guard Steve Smith plays first game against Portland after being traded from the Trail Blazers; ties NBA record for most 3-point field goals in a game without a miss; goes 8-for-8, scores 36 points in 106-90 win Nov 4 53rd Emmy Awards: The West Wing, Sex and the City, James Gandolfini & Edie Falco win

When is November 14 in the United States?

November 14 in recent years 2020 (Saturday) 2019 (Thursday) 2018 (Wednesday) 2017 (Tuesday) 2016 (Monday) 2015 (Saturday) 2014 (Friday) 2013 (Thursday) 2012 (Wednesday) 2011 (Monday)

How big was the earthquake in Afghanistan in 2001?

2001 – War in Afghanistan: Afghan Northern Alliance fighters take over the capital Kabul. 2001 – A magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes a remote part of the Tibetan plateau. It has the longest known surface rupture recorded on land (~400 km) and is the best documented example of a supershear earthquake.

Where was the plane crash in November 2001?

Nov 12 In New York City, American Airlines Flight 587, an Airbus A300 on its way to the Dominican Republic, crashes minutes after takeoff from John F. Kennedy International Airport, killing all 260 on board and five on the ground.