What Happened on March 14, 1936

Historical Events

  • Federal Register, 1st magazine of the US government, publishes 1st issue
  • Wales beats Ireland, 3-0 in Cardiff to clinch the Home Nations Rugby Championship with a 2-1-0 record

Famous Birthdays

Bob Charles (88 years old)

New Zealand golfer (British Open 1963), born in Carterton, New Zealand

  • Bruce Hood, Canadian National Hockey League referee (1965-84), and author (Calling The Shots), born in Campbellville, Ontario (d. 2018)
  • Maryan Synakowski, French soccer defender (16 caps; UA Sedan Torcy 241 games), born in Calonne-Ricouart, France (d. 2021)

Famous Weddings

Hoagy Carmichael

American singer-songwriter Hoagy Carmichael (36) weds American Ruth Meinardi; divorce in 1955

Died in 1936 1936 Highlights

About March 14, 1936

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 88 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces