September 20

    What happened on September 20 in history

    6 events fall on September 20, from 1519 to 1977. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on September 20

    1. 1519

      Magellan sets out

      The fleet leaves Sanlúcar de Barrameda for the Spice Islands.

      Read about Cortés Arrives in TenochtitlanPlay the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1519

      Magellan sets sail

      Five ships leave Sanlucar to look for a westward route to the Spice Islands.

      Read about Cortés Arrives in TenochtitlanPlay the Medieval & Renaissance round

    3. 1854

      The Battle of the Alma

      The first major engagement of the Crimean War.

      Read about The Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, LondonPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1946

      The first Cannes Film Festival

      The festival opens after being cancelled by the war in 1939.

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

    5. 1973

      The Battle of the Sexes

      Billie Jean King beats Bobby Riggs before a Houston crowd of thirty thousand.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

    6. 1977

      Vietnam joins the UN

      The reunified country takes its seat.

      Play the 20th century round

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