Births on January 20

Philippe Gagnon (swimmer)

Born on January 20, 1980

Philippe Gagnon, Canadian swimmer

Philippe Gagnon (born January 20, 1980) is a Canadian retired Paralympic swimmer and politician. Gagnon ran as a Conservative in the riding of Jonquière in the 2019 federal election.

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Events on 1980

26 Jan

Egypt
Israel and Egypt establish diplomatic relations.
2 Feb

United States Congress
Reports surface that the FBI is targeting allegedly corrupt Congressmen in the Abscam operation.
10 Jun

Nelson Mandela
The African National Congress in South Africa publishes a call to fight from their imprisoned leader Nelson Mandela.
29 Jul

Islamic Revolution
Iran adopts a new "holy" flag after the Islamic Revolution.
9 Oct

14th Dalai Lama
Pope John Paul II shakes hands with the Dalai Lama during a private audience in Vatican City.

Births on January 20

Philippe Gagnon (swimmer)

Born on January 20, 1980

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Egypt

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Nelson Mandela

Islamic Revolution

14th Dalai Lama