Historical events for
Saturday, 20 July 2024
- Birth
Santos Dumont
Brasil
Brazilian aviation pioneer, known for his aviation achievements.
† 23/7/1932 - Birth
Edmund Hillary
Nova Zelândia
New Zealand climber, one of the first to climb Mount Everest.
† 11/1/2008 - Birth
Jacques Delors
França
French politician and president of the European Commission (between 1985 and 1995).
† 27/12/2023 - Birth
Keith Scott
Keith Scott (b. 1954) is a notable Canadian guitarist. As the loyal musical squire and lead guitarist for Bryan Adams for several decades, his melodic and vibrant solos are a fundamental piece in the singer's greatest arena rock hits.
- History
Morocco grants France control over border police
Marrocos
In 1903, Morocco granted France control over the border police, a move that marked the rise of French influence in Morocco.
- History
Operation Valkyrie
Alemanha
Operation Valkyrie, which took place on July 20, 1944, was an assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler by German officers dissatisfied with the Nazi regime.
- History
Signing of the Indochina armistice
Genebra, Suíça
The signing of the Indochina armistice, which took place in 1954 in Geneva, marked the end of the war between France and the People's Army of Vietnam.
- History
Opening of the Calouste Gulbenkian Planetarium
Portugal
On July 20, 1965, the Calouste Gulbenkian Planetarium was inaugurated in Lisbon. This planetarium, part of the Marine Museum, is an important center for scientific dissemination, offering the public educational and immersive experiences about astronomy and the universe.
- History
Arrival of Man on the Moon
Lua
On July 20, 1969, NASA's Apollo 11 mission took the first humans to the Moon. Astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first man to set foot on the lunar surface, followed by Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin. This historic event is celebrated as a milestone in space exploration and a testament to human ingenuity and courage.
- History
Armando Marques Silver Medal
Montreal, Canadá
In 1974, Portuguese shooter Armando Marques won the silver medal at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games in shooting. This feat is celebrated as one of the greatest moments in Portuguese sport, highlighting the talent and dedication of Armando Marques.
- History
Landing on Mars of the Viking-1 Probe
Marte
On July 20, 1976, NASA's Viking-1 probe made the first successful landing on Mars, returning important images and data about the Martian surface.
- History
Opening of the José de Azeredo Perdigão Modern Art Center
Portugal
The José de Azeredo Perdigão Modern Art Center, part of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, was opened in 1983. This center is dedicated to the promotion and exhibition of modern and contemporary art, playing a crucial role in the Portuguese art scene by presenting works by national and international artists.
- History
Nicole Fontaine is elected President of the European Parliament
Europa
In 1999, Nicole Fontaine was elected President of the European Parliament, becoming the second woman to hold this position.
- History
João Garcia's climb to the summit of K2
Himalaias
In 2007, Portuguese climber João Garcia reached the summit of K2, the second highest mountain in the world, located in the Himalayas. This feat is significant due to the extreme difficulty and dangers associated with climbing K2, consolidating João Garcia as one of the greatest Portuguese climbers.
- History
Nuno Alves wins bronze medal
Lyon, França
Athlete Nuno Alves won the bronze medal in the 5,000 meter T11 (visual impairment) event at the IPC Athletics World Championships in 2013. This feat is a testament to perseverance and sportsmanship, highlighting the importance of adapted sport.
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National Organ Donation and Transplant Day
Portugal
National Organ Donation and Transplantation Day, promoting the importance of organ donation.
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- Sport
Grande Prémio de Fórmula E de Londres I
Execution of the second race of the Monaco ePrix double-header, part of the Formula E World Championship. The race takes place on the iconic street circuit, demanding maximum technical precision in electric energy management.
- Culture
FMM Sines - Festival Músicas do Mundo
Porto Covo e Sines
FMM Sines 2024 - Festival Músicas do Mundo, de 20 a 22 de julho em Porto Covo e de 23 a 27 de julho em Sines. Destaques: A ser confirmado.