Charley Lau

Baseball player and hitting coach

Charley Lau - Baseball player and hitting coach
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

March 18th, 1984
41 years ago — 51 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball from 1957 to 1961, primarily with the Chicago White Sox. Transitioned to coaching and gained recognition for developing hitting techniques. Served as a hitting coach for various teams, including the Kansas City Royals and the Oakland Athletics. Recognized for his innovative approach to batting instruction, influencing many successful players during his tenure.

Played for the Chicago White Sox

Coached the Kansas City Royals

Contributed to the development of players' hitting techniques

Other People Who Died on March 18th

Henry Simpson Lunn

Businessman who founded Lunn Poly
Born
July 30th, 1859 166 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1939 86 years ago — 79 years old

Established a significant travel agency in the UK, specializing in package holidays. Founded Lunn Poly in 1901, contributing to the evolution of the travel industry in England. This company expanded rapidly, becoming one of the largest travel agencies in the country by the 1960s. Pioneered concepts in organized travel, influencing subsequent holiday offerings. Guided the firm through significant growth and increased accessibility of travel for the general public.

Continue Reading

Omid Reza Mir Sayafi

Iranian journalist and blogger
Born
1980 45 years ago
Died
March 18th, 2009 16 years ago — 29 years old

Worked primarily as a journalist and blogger in Iran. Focused on civil rights issues and freedom of expression. Committed to reporting on social and political topics despite facing significant risks. Died in custody under suspicious circumstances, drawing attention to the treatment of journalists in Iran.

Continue Reading

Thomas P. Stafford

NASA astronaut and test pilot
Born
September 17th, 1930 95 years ago
Died
March 18th, 2024 1 years ago — 93 years old

An American Air Force officer and test pilot, significant contributions came as a NASA astronaut during the Apollo program. Commanded the Apollo 10 mission, which served as a rehearsal for the first moon landing. Participated in the Gemini program, facilitating key advancements in spaceflight techniques. After retiring from NASA, held various positions in the aerospace industry, influencing future space exploration efforts.

Continue Reading

Johnny Appleseed

American gardener and missionary
Born
September 26th, 1774 251 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1845 180 years ago — 70 years old

A prominent figure in American folklore, contributed to the spread of apple cultivation across the United States. Initiated numerous nurseries in several states, primarily Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. Advocated for the planting of apple seeds and sustainable farming practices. Engaged actively with communities, promoting a mix of agriculture and spirituality.

Continue Reading

Anne Robert Jacques Turgot

Economist and French Controller-General
Born
1727 298 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1781 244 years ago — 54 years old

An influential economist and politician served as the Controller-General of Finances in France. Implemented economic reforms aimed at modernizing the French economy including promoting free trade and reducing regulatory restrictions. Advocated for the establishment of a single land tax to replace the various taxes that burdened the populace. His fiscal policies faced significant opposition and ultimately led to his dismissal from office during the financial tumult leading up to the French Revolution.

Continue Reading

John Dixwell

English soldier and politician
Born
1607 418 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1689 336 years ago — 82 years old

Served as a soldier during the English Civil War and became a prominent politician in the New Model Army. Participated in key military engagements and later settled in New England, where involvement in political matters continued. Contributed to the republican cause in England and established a significant role in the governance of colonial America. His legacy includes participation in the administration of justice and defense of civil liberties within the community.

Continue Reading