July 20

    What happened on July 20 in history

    3 events fall on July 20, from 1402 to 1969. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on July 20

    1. 1402

      The Battle of Ankara

      Timur defeats and captures the Ottoman sultan Bayezid I.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1944

      The July plot fails

      A bomb at Hitler's headquarters wounds but does not kill him.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

    3. 1969

      Apollo 11 lands on the Moon

      Armstrong and Aldrin touch down in the Sea of Tranquillity.

      Read about Woodstock Music FestivalPlay the 20th century round

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