Historical events for
Monday, 20 July 2026

Future emperor and conqueror of Macedonia.

Swedish poet, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1931

Brazilian aviation pioneer, known for his aviation achievements.

New Zealand climber, one of the first to climb Mount Everest.

French politician and president of the European Commission (between 1985 and 1995).

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.

American musician, lead singer of the bands Soundgarden and Audioslave.

Brazilian supermodel known for her work with Victoria's Secret.

Colombian Independence Day celebration.

In 1903, Morocco granted France control over the border police, a move that marked the rise of French influence in Morocco.

Operation Valkyrie, which took place on July 20, 1944, was an assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler by German officers dissatisfied with the Nazi regime.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In 1999, Nicole Fontaine was elected President of the European Parliament, becoming the second woman to hold this position.

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.

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.

Celebration of Colombia's National Day.

Religious celebration in honor of Saint Margaret.

Celebration of Saint Elijah's Day.

Celebration of the day of Saint Apollinaris, bishop and martyr.

National Organ Donation and Transplantation Day, promoting the importance of organ donation.