November 19

What happened on November 19 in history

5 events fall on November 19, from 1493 to 1977. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on November 19

  1. 1493

    Columbus lands on Puerto Rico

    The second voyage reaches the island he names San Juan Bautista.

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  2. 1863

    The Gettysburg Address

    Lincoln speaks for about two minutes at the dedication of a cemetery.

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  3. 1911

    Chevrolet is founded

    The company is incorporated in Detroit.

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  4. 1969

    Apollo 12 lands on the Moon

    A pinpoint landing puts the crew beside an old Surveyor probe.

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  5. 1977

    Sadat goes to Jerusalem

    The Egyptian president addresses the Knesset.

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