Historical Events
- Whaling ship Essex attacked and sunk by a sperm whale in the southern Pacific, only eight of the 20 crew men eventually survive (through cannibalism). Inspiration for the novel "Moby-Dick"
1820 Highlights
About November 20, 1820
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 203 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
