21 significant historical events occurred on August 20. August 20 has seen notable military and aviation events. On this date in 1914, the Battle of Gumbinnen took place during World War I. In 2008, the Spanair Flight 5022 accident occurred in Spain.
Total Events
21
Time Span
917–2025
Categories
3
Top Category
war
13 events
31 famous birthdays on August 20
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Event Distribution by Century
Darker = Higher Density10th C.21st C.
10th Century
1 event11th Century
2 events13th Century
1 event15th Century
1 event16th Century
1 event17th Century
3 events18th Century
1 event19th Century
2 events20th Century
5 events21st Century
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