Edward Colston
Merchant and politician from England
Born in England in 1636, a prominent merchant and politician became a key figure in the development of the transatlantic slave trade. Colston was a leading member of the Royal Africa Company, a group involved in the trade of enslaved Africans. Later, he served as a Member of Parliament for Bristol and was influential in local economic affairs. Aside from his mercantile ventures, he contributed to various philanthropic efforts in Bristol, including funding for schools and the construction of public buildings. His legacy remains complex due to the ties between his wealth and the slave trade, which has led to significant discussion and reevaluation in contemporary society.
Served as a Member of Parliament for Bristol
Involved with the Royal Africa Company
Contributed to education and public works in Bristol
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American actor known for 'Forbidden Planet'
Born
November 2nd, 1919 106 years ago
Died
2012 14 years ago — 93 years old
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70th Governor of Maine
Born
November 2nd, 1934 91 years ago
Died
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Journalist and author of notable works
Born
November 2nd, 1929 96 years ago
Died
January 12th, 2015 11 years ago — 85 years old
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Canadian cardinal and archbishop
Born
November 2nd, 1883 142 years ago
Died
January 17th, 1947 79 years ago — 63 years old
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Baseball player; World Series Champion
Born
November 2nd, 1974 51 years ago
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Born
November 2nd, 1989 36 years ago
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Meriwether Lewis
Explorer of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
Born
August 18th, 1774 251 years ago
Died
October 11th, 1809 216 years ago — 35 years old
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American lawyer and politician, U.S. Senator
Born
May 12th, 1859 167 years ago
Died
October 11th, 1932 93 years ago — 73 years old
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American comedian and actor in films
Born
March 22nd, 1887 139 years ago
Died
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Born
May 3rd, 1860 166 years ago
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Born
February 2nd, 1923 103 years ago
Died
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American author, Pulitzer Prize winner
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February 4th, 1904 122 years ago
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