November 20

    What happened on November 20 in history

    7 events fall on November 20, from 1695 to 1985. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on November 20

    1. 1695

      Zumbi dies

      The last leader of the Palmares quilombo is killed in Brazil.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1789

      New Jersey ratifies the Bill of Rights

      It is the first state to do so.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1820

      The whaleship Essex is rammed

      A sperm whale sinks the ship, inspiring Moby-Dick.

      Play the 19th century round

    4. 1945

      The Nuremberg trials open

      Twenty-four Nazi leaders face an international tribunal.

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

    5. 1947

      Elizabeth marries Philip

      The wedding is held at Westminster Abbey.

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

    6. 1985

      Windows 1.0 is released

      Microsoft ships its first graphical operating environment.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

    7. 1985

      Windows 1.0 ships

      Microsoft releases its first graphical interface.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

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