October 20 in history: China ignites Sino-Indian war, opening of the Sydney Opera House and more

 | Updated: Oct 20, 2020, 08:09 AM IST

From the ignition of the Sino-Indian war by China to the opening of the Sydney Opera House, we've got it all covered!

Let's dive into today's history.

France and the Grand National Assembly of Turkey signed the Treaty of Ankara

France and the Grand National Assembly of Turkey signed the Treaty of Ankara.

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USSR conducts first armed test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile

USSR conducts first armed test of a submarine-launched ballistic missile.

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China launches offensives across McMahon Line, igniting the Sino-Indian war

China launches offensives across McMahon Line, igniting the Sino-Indian war.

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After 14 years of construction, the Sydney Opera House opens

After 14 years of construction, the Sydney Opera House opens.

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Libyan de facto leader Muammar al-Qaddafi killed by rebel forces

Libyan de facto leader Muammar al-Qaddafi killed by rebel forces.

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