Cydonie Mothersille
Jamaican-Caymanian sprinter, Olympian
A sprinter specialized in the 100 meters and 200 meters. Competed for Jamaica and the Cayman Islands in various international championships. Participated in the 2000 Sydney Olympics, representing the Cayman Islands. Achieved notable success in the 2001 World Championships, earning a silver medal in the 200 meters.
Competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics
Won silver in 200 meters at the 2001 World Championships
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Lennie Tristano
Jazz pianist and educator
Born
March 19th, 1919 106 years ago
Died
1978 47 years ago — 59 years old
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Finnish journalist and playwright
Born
March 19th, 1844 181 years ago
Died
May 12th, 1897 128 years ago — 53 years old
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Chinese warlord and military leader
Born
March 19th, 1875 150 years ago
Died
June 4th, 1928 97 years ago — 53 years old
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Peruvian rebel leader and insurrectionist
Born
March 19th, 1742 283 years ago
Died
May 18th, 1781 244 years ago — 39 years old
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Journalist and screenwriter for major films
Born
March 19th, 1916 109 years ago
Died
June 29th, 1990 35 years ago — 74 years old
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American football player and coach, Heisman Trophy winner
Born
March 19th, 1914 111 years ago
Died
June 26th, 2002 23 years ago — 88 years old
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