1. In 1775, the Virginia Convention issued a Declaration of Rights, which served as a model for the U.S. Bill of Rights. This document asserted the natural rights of citizens, including the right to free speech, religion, and a fair trial, and it helped to establish the principles of democracy that would shape the fledgling nation.

2. On June 14, 1863, Confederate forces under General Robert E. Lee clashed with Union troops at the Second Battle of Winchester. Although the Confederates achieved a tactical victory, they were unable to prevent General Joseph Hooker's forces from advancing into Pennsylvania, setting the stage for the decisive battle of Gettysburg later that summer.

3. June 14, 1928 marked the opening of the world's first airport hotel, The Fairfax, in downtown Norfolk. The hotel was a major innovation in air travel, providing a convenient place for passengers to rest and refresh themselves on long journeys.

4. On June 14, 1967, a U.S. Navy fighter jet accidentally dropped a bomb on the small town of Sterling, Virginia, killing six people and injuring dozens more. The tragedy prompted calls for greater safety measures in military training exercises.

5. In 2017, Virginia Tech announced a major expansion of its research capabilities with the creation of the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI). This $1 billion investment in cyber technology is intended to position Virginia as a leader in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity, and to foster economic growth and innovation throughout the state.