August 14 has seen pivotal moments in history, such as the signing of the Social Security Act by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1935, which provided financial support for the elderly and established unemployment insurance. Other notable events include the end of World War II with Japan's unconditional surrender announced by President Harry S. Truman in 1945, and Rainey Bethea's execution in 1936, marking the last public execution in the United States. The year 2016 saw Usain Bolt’s historic achievement of winning three consecutive Olympic golds in the 100m dash.
On August 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, ensuring income for elderly Americans and creating a federal unemployment insurance program.
In 1945, President Harry S. Truman announced that Imperial Japan had surrendered unconditionally, effectively ending World War II.
In 1936, Rainey Bethea was hanged in Owensboro, Kentucky, marking the last public execution in the United States.
In 2016, Usain Bolt became the first athlete to win the 100m dash in three consecutive Olympics, securing gold at the Summer Games in Rio.
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