1. In 1936, the North Dakota State Fair opened in Minot on July 20. The fair has since become a beloved annual event, drawing visitors from across the state to enjoy carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, live music, and more.

2. On July 20, 1944, a B-24 heavy bomber crashed near the town of Maddock, North Dakota, while on a training mission during World War II. All ten crew members were killed in the crash, which was attributed to engine failure.

3. The same day in 1944, an F5 tornado struck the town of Grafton, North Dakota, killing 10 people and destroying much of the town. It was the deadliest tornado in North Dakota history.

4. In 1969, Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first human to set foot on the moon on July 20. While this event did not take place in North Dakota, it had a profound impact on people across the country and around the world.

5. On July 20, 2004, the North Dakota State Capitol building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The building, located in Bismarck, was completed in 1934 and features an iconic art deco design. Today, it serves as the seat of government for the state of North Dakota.