1. July 14, 1881 - Billy the Kid Sentenced to Death: Notorious outlaw Billy the Kid, also known as William H. Bonney, was sentenced to death for the murder of Sheriff William Brady. This event took place in Lincoln County, New Mexico, which was known for its infamous Lincoln County War.

2. July 14, 1908 - New Mexico Becomes a State: After years of being a territory, New Mexico officially became a state on July 14, 1908. This made it the 47th state to join the United States.

3. July 14, 1945 - Trinity Test: The world's first atomic bomb was detonated on July 16, 1945, in Alamogordo, New Mexico. However, on July 14, 1945, the test site was being prepared for the detonation of the bomb, which marked a significant moment in world history.

4. July 14, 1965 - U.S. Air Force Academy Established: On July 14, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a bill establishing the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The academy has trained thousands of cadets who have gone on to serve in the U.S. Air Force.

5. July 14, 1989 - Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Opens: In Santa Fe, New Mexico, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum opened its doors on July 14, 1989. The museum houses a vast collection of O'Keeffe's artwork and artifacts, preserving her legacy in the art world.