November 20 – On This Day

Historical Events – November 20

• 1998 – The first module of the International Space Station (Zarya) is launched, marking the start of a new era of international space cooperation.
  Source: TimeAndDate
• 1945 – Nuremberg Trials officially begin to prosecute major Nazi war criminals after World War II.
  Source: History.com
• 1959 – The United Nations General Assembly adopts the Declaration of the Rights of the Child.
  Source: TimeAndDate
• 1923 – Garrett Morgan is granted a patent for his 3-position traffic signal.
  Source: History.com

Notable Birthdays – November 20

• Joe Biden (b. 1942) — 46th President of the United States. Source: History.com
• Robert F. Kennedy (b. 1925) — American politician and former U.S. Attorney General. Source: History.com
• Edwin Hubble (b. 1889) — Astronomer who discovered that the universe is expanding. Source: History.com
• Mark Ruffalo (b. 1967) — American actor known for Marvel films. Source: Biography.com
• Bo Derek (b. 1956) — American actress. Source: Biography.com

Observances & Facts

• Universal Children’s Day — Commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. Source: UN
• The launch of Zarya marks a milestone in space cooperation between the USA, Russia, and other international partners. Source: NASA