1. On December 14, 1795, the University of Georgia was chartered.
This important event marked the creation of the first state-supported university in the United States, and the birthplace of public higher education.

2. The Battle of Waynesboro took place on December 14, 1864.
During the American Civil War, Union forces under the leadership of Brigadier General Judson Kilpatrick engaged Confederate soldiers near the town of Waynesboro, leading to a decisive Union victory.

3. On December 14, 1946, Mercer University played in the first integrated college football game in the Deep South.
Mercer's team was invited to play West Virginia State, an all-black college, in a game that broke the color barrier and helped to pave the way for further integration in college sports.

4. The Georgia State Capitol building was officially dedicated on December 14, 1889.
Designed by architect Edbrooke and Burnham, the building is a notable example of Renaissance Revival architecture and has served as the seat of government for the state of Georgia for over a century.

5. On December 14, 1972, Atlanta Fire Station No. 16 was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
The station, located in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, was built in 1907 and served as a hub for firefighting efforts in the city for many years. Its inclusion on the National Register helped to preserve its historic value for future generations.