Historical events and birthday greetings: October 20th in focus!

Historical events and birthday greetings: October 20th in focus!

On October 20th, history produced some significant events that continue to have an impact today. From natural disasters to cultural milestones to notable personalities, this day is marked by striking events in many ways.

A particularly drastic event took place in 2023, when a violent storm surge caused devastating damage on the coast of Schleswig-Holstein. In Flensburg, the water level reached an alarming 2.27 meters above normal, a decline not seen in 120 years. Tragically, one death occurred on the Baltic Sea island of Fehmarn, underlining the dramatic impact of this natural event.

events through the centuries

Another defining moment occurred in 2014, when supporters of the anti-Islam alliance PEGIDA (Patriotic Europeans against the Islamization of the West) took to the streets for the first time in Dresden. This movement, which caused a stir in the following years, brought with it a wave of protests and social debates about integration and multiculturalism.

October 20th has also had cultural significance for centuries. In 1974, the first episode of the popular crime series “Derrick” was broadcast on ZDF, which quickly became a classic on German television with Horst Tappert in the lead role.

One of the historically important points is the opening of the new joint embassy building of the five Nordic states Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden in Berlin in 1999. This building symbolizes the close cooperation and friendship between these countries.

A look back at the history of the British royal family shows that Georg Ludwig of Hanover was crowned King George I of Great Britain and Ireland in Westminster Abbey in 1714. His coronation marked the beginning of a new dynasty and had a strong influence on the British monarchy.

Personalities of October 20th

However, October 20th is not only marked by historical events, but also by notable birthdays and deaths. This is how the German actress Katharina Schüttler was born in 1979, known for films like “Sophiiiie!” and “You take it.”

Another important personality is Kamala Harris, born in 1964. She made her mark in history as the US Vice President who took office in 2021 and is considered the Democratic presidential candidate for the 2024 election.

We also remember the achievements of Christiane Nüsslein-Volhard, who was born in 1942 and received the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1995. Her work discovering genes that control human embryo development has had a significant impact on science.

On October 20th we also commemorate the former Japanese Empress Michiko, who saw the light of day in 1934. She was the wife of Emperor Akihito and mother of Emperor Naruhito, who ascended the throne in 2019.

The list of iconic personalities also includes Ursula Lingen, who died in 2014. As a German actress and theater director, she has shaped the cultural landscape and appeared in films such as “Affäre Dreyfus” and the series “Blankenese”.

October 20th thus combines important historical, cultural and personal stories that have influenced the course of history and that are still very relevant today. More details on these topics are on www.stern.de to read.