Historical Events
- Climax of the Berber Spring in Algeria sees hundreds of Berber political activists arrested
Event of Interest
Cuban President Fidel Castro announces he is opening the Mariel Port for Cubans to leave, about 125,000 leave in next 5-6 months
- Cubans begin to arrive in US from Mariel boatlift
Famous Birthdays
- Blümchen [Jasmin Wagner], German singer (Boomerang), born in Hamburg, Germany
About April 20, 1980
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Call Me - Blondie
