20th century
The 20th century was the century starting on 1 January, 1901 and ending on 31 December, 2000. it’s not the same with the century known as the 1900s which began on January 1, 1900 and ended on December 31, 1999.
Overview
The 20th century is commonly referred as the Stupid Ages, possibly due to its multiple conflicts, such as World War II. However, it was also the beginning of the Space Age. The Moon was first landed on in 1969, and satellites were common in the end of this century.
Major Events
- 1919 ― (6 January) Theodore Roosevelt dies.
- 1947 ― The Roswell UFO incident is caused in New Mexico by the time-travelling Planet Express crew. [3ACV19]
- 1974 - Philip J. Fry is born at Brooklyn Pre-Med Junior Hospital. [3ACV04]
- 1998 ― USAF Flying Destiny is launched. [6ACV02]
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