January 20 Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
Welcome to our page dedicated to January 20! Here, you’ll find daily updates on important events, celebrations, and holidays observed on this day. You may come across various January 20 Holidays.
We cover both the January 20 special day in India and major happenings around the globe. Whether it’s historical milestones, famous birthdays, or cultural festivals, we bring you interesting facts about what makes January 20 unique.
We are looking to know more about why 20 January is a special day? Explore the various festivals, national observances, and global events happening on this date. From local traditions in India to international celebrations, we’ve got you covered!
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Johannes V. Jensen: Exploring the Depths of Danish Literature
Johannes V. Jensen (20 January 1873 – 25 November 1950) was a Danish author, known as one of the great…
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Abdul Ghaffar Khan: Nonviolent Warrior of the Pashtuns
Abdul Ghaffar Khan (6 February 1890 – 20 January 1988) was a Pashtun independence activist, and founder of the Khudai…
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Sương Nguyệt Anh: Vietnamese author, poet, feminist and editor
Suong Nguyet Anh, was a Vietnamese author, poet, feminist and editor. In 1919, she became the first woman editor in…
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In the Line of Bravery: The Karam Singh Chronicle
Karam Singh (15 September 1915 – 20 January 1993) was an Indian soldier and a recipient of the Param Vir…
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Penguin Awareness Day: History, Theme, and Significance
Each year on January 20, Penguin Awareness Day is observed, and while we certainly appreciate these adorable flightless birds, their…
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Hulusi Kentmen: Exploring the Life and Legacy of Turkey’s Iconic Actor
Hulusi Kentmen (1912 – 1993) was a notable Turkish actor known for his remarkable contributions to the Turkish film industry.
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Federico Fellini: Maestro of Italian Cinema and Dreamweaver Extraordinaire
Federico Fellini (20 January 1920 – 31 October 1993) was an Italian filmmaker. He is known for his distinctive style,…
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Louay Kayali: Syrian Artist and Social Commentator Through Art
Louay Kayali  (20 January 1934 – 26 January 1978) was a Syrian modern artist. His powerful portraits convey the strength,…
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David Morris Lee: Nobel Prize-Winning Physicist and Pioneer in Low-Temperature Physics
David Morris Lee (born 20 January 1931) is an American physicist. He received the 1996 Nobel Prize in Physics. Life…
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Johannes Vilhelm Jensen: Danish Nobel Laureate in Literature and Master of Prose
Johannes Vilhelm Jensen (20 January 1873 – 25 November 1950) was a Danish author. In 1944, Johannes Vilhelm Jensen was…
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20 January in Indian and World History
20 January in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 20 January is the birth anniversary…
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Ji Hyeonok: South Korean Literary Sensation and Voice of Modern Feminism
Ji Hyeonok (20 January 1961 – 29 April 1999) was a South Korean mountaineer. She is known as the first…
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