March 20 Major Events in World History

2003

The United States and coalition invade Iraq on 20 March 2003, beginning the Iraq War aimed at toppling Saddam Hussein’s regime.

2006

Over 150 Chadian soldiers are killed in eastern Chad on 20 March 2006 by rebels of the UFDC, in one of Chad’s bloodiest battles during the insurgency against President Déby.

2010

Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland begins erupting on 20 March 2010, initiating three months of activity that cause massive disruptions to European air travel.