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Historical events for
Tuesday, 20 August 2024

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  • Birth

    Manuel Bernardes

    Portugal

    Manuel Bernardes, Portuguese writer and sacred speaker, author of works such as "Luz e Calor" and "Nova Floresta", a notable figure in Portuguese baroque literature.

    † 24/9/1710
  • Birth

    José Wilker

    Brasil

    José Wilker, Brazilian actor, known for iconic roles in soap operas such as "Roque Santeiro" and films such as "Dona Flor e Seu Dois Maridos".

  • Birth

    Cristiano Ronaldo debuts for the Portuguese national team

    Portugal

    The Portuguese "GOAT". Born in Madeira, he became the greatest scorer in the history of football and Real Madrid (451 goals). Captained Portugal in the historic victory of Euro 2016. Winner of 5 Ballon d'Ors and 5 Champions Leagues. His iron discipline and longevity defy the laws of sport.

  • History

    Battle of Vimeiro

    Portugal

    Portuguese-British forces defeat French troops in the Battle of Vimeiro, an important milestone in the French Invasions in Portugal.

  • History

    Signing of the Treaty of London

    Portugal

    Portugal and the United Kingdom sign the Treaty of London, defining the territorial limits of Angola and Mozambique.

  • History

    Assassination of Leon Trotsky

    México

    Former Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky is murdered in Mexico, where he had taken refuge, on August 20, 1940.

  • History

    Start of the Civil War in East Timor

    Timor-Leste

    In 1975, the Civil War began in Timor-Leste, marking a period of great turmoil and conflict in the region.

  • History

    Launch of the Voyager II Probe

    EUA

    NASA launches the Voyager II probe, part of the Voyager mission, which was designed to study the outer planets of the Solar System.

  • History

    Estonian Independence Restoration Day

    Estónia

    Celebration of the restoration of Estonia's independence from the Soviet Union on August 20, 1991, after a period of Soviet occupation that began in 1944. On this day, the Supreme Council of Estonia officially declared the restoration of the country's independence.

    † 2/2/1996
  • History

    Death of Hugo Pratt

    Itália

    Hugo Pratt, Italian designer and writer, creator of the series "Desert Scorpions" and the hero Corto Maltese, dies at the age of 68.

  • History

    Day of Our Lady of Agony

    Portugal

    Religious celebration dedicated to Our Lady of Agonia, patron saint of fishermen, especially venerated in Viana do Castelo.

  • History

    World Mosquito Day

    Day dedicated to raising awareness about diseases transmitted by mosquitoes, such as malaria, dengue, and Zika, and the importance of prevention.

  • History

    St. Felisberto's Day

    Day dedicated to Saint Felisberto, a saint venerated as a bishop and confessor.

  • History

    Day of St. Bernard of Clairvaux

    França

    Commemoration of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, abbot and Doctor of the Church, known for his influence on the Cistercians and for having preached the Second Crusade.

  • History

    World Goa Day

    Celebration of the rich cultural and historical heritage of Goa, a former Portuguese territory in India, known for its unique mix of Portuguese-Indian cultures.

  • Sport

    Nelson Évora

    Pequim, China

    Nelson Évora (b. 1984) is a legendary Portuguese athlete, specializing in the triple jump. Olympic Champion in Beijing 2008 and World Champion in Osaka 2007, he combined exquisite technique with enormous competitive resilience, establishing himself as an emblematic and inescapable figure in national sports.