Historical Events
- 1 German submarine sinks 3 British ironclads, 1,459 die
Louis Botha Takes Command
Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa, Louis Botha, assumes command of the armed forces after dismissing General Christiaan Frederik Beyers for his resistance to aid the British in the war against Germany
Famous Deaths
- Alain-Fournier, French writer (Le Grand Meaulnes), dies in battle at 27
Died in 1914 1914 Highlights
About September 22, 1914
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 109 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Virgo