George Washington Carver History: May 7, 1943 - Liberty Ship George Washington Carver, named after scientist, launched January 5, 1943 - George Washington Carver, famous black scientist, dies at 81 January 10, 1864 - George Washington Carver, American Scientist
More Notable Events on July 14:
1976 Jimmy Carter wins Democratic President nomination in New York City
1975 Disney EPCOT Center, Florida, plans announced
1967 The Who, opening for Herman's Hermits begin a U.S. tour
1914 1st patent for liquid-fueled rocket design granted, Dr. Robert Goddard
1864 Gold is discovered in Helena, Montana