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Historical events for
Sunday, 20 September 2026

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  • Birth

    Charles Williams

    Reino Unido

    Charles Williams, British writer and member of the literary group "Inklings", which included C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien.

    † 15/5/1945
  • Birth

    John Dankworth

    Reino Unido

    John Dankworth, British orchestra leader and musician, an important figure in jazz in the United Kingdom.

  • Birth

    Sophia Loren

    Itália

    Sophia Loren, Italian actress, one of the greatest icons of world cinema.

  • Birth

    Nuno Bettencourt

    Portugal

    Nuno Bettencourt, guitarist for the band Extreme, was born.

  • Birth

    Masashi Hamauzu

    Masashi Hamauzu (b. 1971) is a refined Japanese composer. His impressionistic style, punctuated by complex piano arrangements and fluid electronics, brought a breath of fresh air to modern RPGs like "Final Fantasy XIII" and "Octopath Traveler".

  • History

    Enthronement of Pedro Hispano as Pope John XXI

    Vaticano

    On September 20, 1276, Pedro Hispano, the only Portuguese Pope, was enthroned as Pope John XXI. This important event marked the rise of one of the great intellectuals of the time to the highest position in the Catholic Church.

  • History

    Departure of Fernão de Magalhães for the circumnavigation trip

    Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Espanha

    On September 20, 1519, Fernão de Magalhães left Sanlúcar de Barrameda, in Spain, leading the expedition that would carry out the first complete trip around the world, one of the greatest feats in the history of maritime exploration.

  • History

    First act of faith of the Inquisition in Portugal

    Lisboa, Portugal

    Established in Portugal to remember and honor all those persecuted by the Inquisition, promoting reflection on religious intolerance and the defense of fundamental human rights.

  • History

    Launch of the Queen Elizabeth II cruise ship

    Clydebank, Escócia

    On September 20, 1967, the famous ocean liner Queen Elizabeth II was launched in Clydebank, Scotland. This ship would be one of the most iconic and luxurious transatlantic liners of the time.

  • History

    Election of José Eduardo dos Santos as President of Angola

    Angola

    On September 20, 1979, José Eduardo dos Santos was elected President of the MPLA and, the following day, he took office as President of the People's Republic of Angola, succeeding Agostinho Neto.

  • History

    The French approve the Maastricht Treaty

    França

    On September 20, 1992, the Maastricht Treaty was approved in a referendum by the French population, with 50.82% of the votes, paving the way for the creation of the European Union.

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    History

    International University Sports Day

    Mundial

    International University Sports Day, celebrated on September 20, promotes sports among university students around the world, highlighting the benefits of physical activity.

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    History

    National Day of Nepal

    Nepal National Day celebration, commemorating the unification of Nepal by King Prithvi Narayan Shah on 4 October.

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    Saint Andrew Kim and companions (Martyrs)

    Coreia

    Saint Andrew Kim, the first Korean Catholic priest, and his companions are honored on September 20, for their sacrifice during religious persecution in Korea.

  • Sport

    🏍️ MotoGP: Austrian Grand Prix

    Tactical and pure power battle on the straights and heavy braking of the natural amphitheater of the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.