Furry Lewis
American singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born in 1893, this musician gained recognition for contributions to the blues genre, particularly in the early 20th century. Residing in Memphis, Tennessee, developed a unique guitar style that blended traditional blues with a folk influence. Gained prominence during the 1960s folk revival, performing at various festivals and folk clubs. Recorded numerous albums and songs, including 'Furry's Blues' and 'The Unfortunate Man', which showcased storytelling alongside musical innovation.
Recorded influential blues songs like 'Furry's Blues'
Performed at the Newport Folk Festival
Collaborated with other notable musicians
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Afonso Costa
Portuguese Prime Minister and lawyer
Born
March 6th, 1871 155 years ago
Died
1937 89 years ago — 66 years old
Served as the 59th Prime Minister of Portugal from 1917 to 1919. Focused on political reforms and modernization during his tenure. Represented the Portuguese Republic in various international discussions. Contributed to the establishment of several social and economic policies.
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Polish tennis player and Wimbledon finalist
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March 6th, 1989 37 years ago
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American basketball player, NBA champion
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March 6th, 1995 31 years ago
Professional basketball player played for the New Orleans Pelicans and joined the Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to the team's 2020 NBA Championship win. Originating from Maryland, earned recognition for exceptional skills during collegiate play at Villanova, where led the team to two NCAA Championships. Notable for versatility on the court and ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game.
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Spanish footballer and defender.
Born
March 6th, 1987 39 years ago
A professional footballer played primarily as a central defender. Career included stints with clubs such as Sporting Gijón, Rayo Vallecano, and Swansea City. At Swansea City, contributed to the team's success during their League Cup victory in 2013. Known for solid defensive skills and ability to score goals from set pieces.
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German footballer and 1954 World Cup champion
Born
March 6th, 1924 102 years ago
Died
June 16th, 2013 12 years ago — 89 years old
Played as a forward, contributing to the success of 1. FC Kaiserslautern and the West Germany national team. Key player in the 1954 FIFA World Cup, which West Germany won, earning the title in a significant match against Hungary. His athletic career was marked by notable team performances and individual contributions in various domestic competitions.
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Jazz guitarist and influential songwriter
Born
March 6th, 1923 103 years ago
Died
June 15th, 1968 57 years ago — 45 years old
An American guitarist recognized for pioneering the use of thumb picking and octaves in jazz music. Montgomery began his professional career in the 1940s and gained significant attention in the 1960s. His style blended jazz with elements of blues and pop, resulting in a unique sound that influenced generations of guitarists. Major albums included 'The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery' and 'Road Song'. His innovative techniques and compositions left a lasting mark on jazz guitar.
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Otis Davis
American sprinter and Olympic champion
Born
July 12th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
September 14th, 2024 1 years ago — 92 years old
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American politician and U.S. Senator
Born
February 27th, 1933 93 years ago
Died
September 14th, 2011 14 years ago — 78 years old
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American businessman and Subway co-founder
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October 3rd, 1947 78 years ago
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September 14th, 2015 10 years ago — 67 years old
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English lawyer and politician
Born
October 4th, 1793 232 years ago
Died
September 14th, 1862 163 years ago — 68 years old
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British actress with roles in sci-fi series
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1945 81 years ago
Died
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American businessman and inventor of adding machine
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January 28th, 1855 171 years ago
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