May 20

Saturday 20, 1916:

The U.S. town of Codell, Kansas, is struck by an F2 tornado.

Sunday 20, 1883:

The eruption of Krakatoa begins, leading ultimately to the volcano's destruction three months later.

Tuesday 20, 1631:

The city of Magdeburg in Germany is seized by forces of the Holy Roman Empire and most of its inhabitants massacred, in one of the bloodiest incidents of the Thirty Years War.

Friday 20, 1521:

Battle of Pampeluna.

Wednesday 20, 325:

The First Council of Nicaea – the first Ecumenical Council of the Christian Church – is held.

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