As of the start of 1920, the Gregorian calendar was 13 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923.

Sep 26, 2025 · By the dawn of the 1920s, the second Industrial Revolution had transformed the United States into a global economic power and drawn millions of Americans to cities. With a …

Apr 14, 2010 · Starting in January 1920, the United States became a dry country. Prohibition banned the manufacture and sale of alcohol in an attempt to civilize unruly Americans (and …

From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we’ll explore the …

Historical events from year 1920. Learn about 295 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1920 or search by date or keyword.

Discover the Roaring Twenties (1920-1929) in the United States, a decade of cultural revolution, economic prosperity, and social change. Explore the Jazz Age, flappers, Prohibition, and the …

January 5 – 1920 United States census count begins. This becomes the first census to record a population exceeding 100 million, at 106,021,537.

Scientists shattered the boundaries of space and time, aviators made men fly, and women went to work. The country was confident—and rich. But the 1920s were an age of extreme …

With World War I in the rear-view mirror, a period of great economic growth was underway, along with the dawn of the Roaring Twenties and the Jazz Age—eras of great social change. …

What happened and who was famous in 1920? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1920.