🇮🇳 India: Battle of Imphal (1944)
On September 20, 1944, the Battle of Imphal began during World War II. Japanese forces, allied with Burma’s local troops, tried to invade India through Manipur.

The British and Indian soldiers fiercely defended Imphal, turning the battle into one of the bloodiest confrontations in the region. After months of fighting, the Allies’ victory became a turning point, halting Japanese advances into India. The bravery shown by soldiers from India and Britain not only secured the region but also boosted the morale of Allied forces in Southeast Asia. The battle is remembered as a symbol of courage, resilience, and strategic warfare.

 World: Magellan’s Expedition (1519)
On this day, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan set sail from Spain to find a westward route to the Spice Islands. Though Magellan did not survive the entire journey, his expedition achieved the first successful circumnavigation of the globe.

This monumental voyage proved the Earth could be circled by sea, revolutionizing global trade, exploration, and navigation. Magellan’s journey opened new maritime routes, connected distant cultures, and marked the beginning of a truly global era.

Both events on September 20 changed history-one reshaping regional defense and the other expanding humanity’s understanding of the world.