1. Alabama became a state on December 14, 1819, making it the 22nd state in the United States. The state was admitted as a slave state, which sparked controversy and debate about the expansion of slavery in the country.

2. On December 14, 1959, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opened in Birmingham, Alabama. The museum serves to preserve and showcase the history of the civil rights movement in the city and the state.

3. The Battle of Nashville, a significant Civil War battle, began on December 14, 1864. Confederate forces, led by General John Bell Hood, hoped to retake Nashville, but were ultimately defeated by Union forces led by General George H. Thomas.

4. The Alabama Music Hall of Fame, which honors musicians and music industry professionals from the state, was established on December 14, 1980. The museum features exhibits on notable Alabama musicians, such as Hank Williams Sr., Nat King Cole, and Lionel Richie.

5. On December 14, 1936, Alabama quarterback Harry Gilmer became the first player in college football history to win the Walter Camp Award as the nation's most valuable player. Gilmer went on to have a successful career in the NFL, playing for teams such as the Washington Redskins and Detroit Lions.