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20 February

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Contemporary era

1962

John Glenn orbits the Earth

On 20 February 1962, John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth.

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Contemporary era

1872

Opening of the Metropolitan Museum

On 20 February 1872, the Metropolitan Museum of Art opened in New York.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1547

Coronation of Edward VI

On 20 February 1547, the young Edward VI was crowned king of England.

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