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What Happened on May 20, 1897

Historical Events

37th British Open

37th British Open Men's Golf, Royal Liverpool GC: English amateur Harold Hilton wins 2nd Open title by 1 stroke from Scot James Braid

Famous Birthdays

  • Diego Abad de Santillán, Spanish anarchist (d. 1983)

About May 20, 1897

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 127 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Taurus