Fact 1: First Steps on the Moon
July 20, 1969, was the day that man first stepped foot on the moon. Neil Armstrong was the first human to do this, and his words, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," have become iconic.
Fact 2: The establishment of Colombia's Independence
July 20th is celebrated as Independence Day in Colombia. It marks the day in 1810 when Bogota started a rebellion against Spanish rule. This event marked the beginning of the independence process in Colombia.
Fact 3: A Day of Chess History
The International Chess Day is celebrated on July 20 every year. The idea was proposed by UNESCO, and it has been celebrated by millions of chess players around the world since 1966.
Fact 4: Birth of a Famous Author
Popular American author Cormac McCarthy was born on July 20, 1933. He is best known for his novels "No Country for Old Men" and "The Road," which won the Pulitzer Prize.
Fact 5: U2 makes a record
On July 20, 2011, the band U2 set a new US record for the highest-grossing concert tour. Their 360° Tour earned $736 million, surpassing the Rolling Stones' $558 million.
Fact 6: The creation of Comic-Con
The first Comic-Con, also known as San Diego Comic-Con International, started on July 20, 1970. This comic book convention has now grown into a multi-genre entertainment and comic convention attracting thousands every year.
Fact 7: The discovery of Jupiter's moon: Dysnomia
On July 20, 2005, Dysnomia, Eris’s moon, was discovered. Eris and Dysnomia are officially the most distant known objects in our solar system.
Fact 8: The Inception of Detroit
Detroit, one of the oldest cities in the interior of the United States, was founded on July 20, 1701. The city was initially called Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit.
Fact 9: A Day of tragedy
July 20, 2012, marked one of the deadliest shootings in United States history. A gunman opened fire at a movie theatre in Aurora, Colorado during a midnight screening of 'The Dark Knight Rises,' killing twelve.
Fact 10: A Viking Landfall
In 1960 on July 20, the first Viking ship replica sailed from Norway to Duluth, Minnesota, recreating the alleged voyage of Leif Erikson.
Fact 11: Debut of the Ford Capri
The stylish and sporty Ford Capri was launched on July 20, 1969. It was often referred to as 'the European Mustang'.
Fact 12: Ricky Skaggs Birth
Country bluegrass star, Ricky Skaggs, was born on July20, 1954. He has won an impressive 14 Grammy Awards over his career.
Fact 13: London, Ontario is Incorporated
The city of London, often referred to as "The Forest City," located in Ontario, Canada was incorporated on July 20, 1855.
Fact 14: The First Women to Swim the English Channel
On July 20, 1926, Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim across the English Channel, setting a new record time of 14 hours 31 minutes.
Fact 15: The Door to Big Finance in China Opened
China's Shanghai Composite index was officially established on July 20, 1991. This was a major step forward in connecting China with the global economy.
Fact 16: The Start of a Major Airline
Eastern Air Lines, one of the 'Big Four' airlines that dominated the American airline industry for nearly half a century, began operations on July 20, 1933.
Fact 17: The Birth of Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson began writing his novel, "Treasure Island," on July 20, 1881. The book has since become one of the most popular adventure novels in literature.
Fact 18: Landmark Education Reform Act in Japan
The Fundamental Law of Education and the School Education Law were enacted in Japan on July 20, 1947. This marked a significant step towards democratizing and modernizing education in Japan.
Fact 19: Release of Iconic Music Videos
Pop megastar Beyonce's music video for "Sweet Dreams" was released on July 20, 2009.
Fact 20: Inauguration of an Iconic Bridge
The iconic Menai Suspension Bridge, connecting the island of Anglesey to the mainland of Wales, was inaugurated on July 20, 1826.