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Historical Events on April 20

6 notable historical events happened on April 20 throughout history.

12 famous birthdays on April 20 — including Napoleon III, Adolf Hitler, Joan Miró

20th Century5 events

1914
war

Ludlow Massacre — attack by Colorado National Guard and mine camp guards on striking coal miners

1961
war

Bay of Pigs invasion — failed landing operation of Cuba in 1961

1978
general

Korean Air Lines Flight 902 — 1978 aircraft accident in the Soviet Union

1992
war

The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert for AIDS Awareness — 1992 benefit concert

1999
general

Columbine High School massacre — school shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, United States on April 20, 1999

21st Century1 event

2003
general

2003 San Marino Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 2003