This Day in History, November 20

History & Quotes / November 20, 2024

On November 20th, 1917, the Battle of Cambrai in World War I began.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / November 19, 2024

A thought for the day: Forgiveness is a virtue of the brave. -- Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi

Other Notable Events for November 19

History & Quotes / November 19, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1863, U.S. President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address on a Civil War battlefield in Pennsylvania.

In 1932, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow carried out the ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for November 19

History & Quotes / November 19, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- English King Charles I in 1600
- James Abram Garfield, 20th president of the United States, in 1831
- Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1917
- actor Gene ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / November 19, 2024

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 19, the 324th day of 2024 with 42 to follow.

The moon is waning. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and ...Read More

This Day in History, November 19

History & Quotes / November 19, 2024

On November 19th, 1816, Warsaw University was established.