March 20 Major Events in World History

1948

For the first time, U.S. television networks broadcast classical music concerts on 20 March 1948 after a musicians’ union ban lifts.

1951

The city of Fujiyoshida in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, is founded on 20 March 1951, later becoming known for being near Mount Fuji’s northern base.

1952

The U.S. Senate ratifies the Japan Security Treaty on 20 March 1952, formally establishing a military alliance and security framework between the U.S. and Japan after World War II.