1. Walter Reed Hospital Opens - On October 14, 1909, Walter Reed Hospital officially opened in the District of Columbia. The hospital was named after Walter Reed, the Army physician who discovered that yellow fever was transmitted by mosquito bite. The hospital initially served as a facility for tuberculosis patients but eventually became a premier military medical center.

2. The Senate Censures Joseph McCarthy - On October 14, 1954, the U.S. Senate formally censured Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin for his conduct during investigations into communist activities. The censure marked an end to McCarthy's reign of political intimidation and marked a turning point in the history of American politics.

3. Columbus Day Established - On October 14, 1937, the U.S. government established Columbus Day as a federal holiday, commemorating the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the New World. District of Columbia holds an annual parade in honor of Columbus Day and the contributions of Italian Americans to American culture.

4. International Monetary Fund and World Bank Established - On October 14, 1944, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank were established in the District of Columbia. The IMF and World Bank were created to promote international economic cooperation and provide financial assistance to countries in need.

5. World War II Memorial Dedication - On October 14, 2004, the National World War II Memorial in the District of Columbia was officially dedicated. The memorial, located on the National Mall, honors the 16 million Americans who served in World War II, the more than 400,000 who died, and the countless civilians who contributed to the war effort at home. The dedication ceremony included a flyover by vintage World War II aircraft and remarks by President George W. Bush.