On This Day in Tech History
Stories Published December 20 Throughout History
Historic Tech Events
The US Invaded Panama

The United States launched Operation Just Cause, a military invasion of Panama aimed at removing General Manuel Noriega from power.
East Germany Opened the Berlin Wall For the First Time

Nearly two years after the construction of the Berlin Wall, nearly 4,000 West Berliners were permitted to cross into East Berlin to visit relatives, facilitated by an agreement between the two sides, with over 170,000 passes issued for one-day visits throughout the Christmas season.
Elvis Presley Was Drafted to the US Army

Elvis Presley, the iconic American singer and cultural figure, was drafted into the United States Army on December 20, 1957. Despite his immense popularity at the time, Presley fulfilled his military service obligations. He served for two years, primarily stationed in West Germany, before being honorably discharged in 1960.
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