Gaston Gingras
Canadian ice hockey player
Played professional ice hockey as a defenseman. Played for several teams in the National Hockey League (NHL), including the Montreal Canadiens, Minnesota North Stars, and New Jersey Devils. Participated in a total of 552 NHL games over an 11-year career. Also contributed to the minor leagues and represented Canada in international competitions.
Played 552 games in the NHL
Competed for the Montreal Canadiens
Represented Canada in international ice hockey
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English lawyer and former politician
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February 13th, 1950 76 years ago
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February 13th, 1946 80 years ago
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Welsh politician and foreign secretary
Born
February 13th, 1922 104 years ago
Died
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English actress in theater and TV
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February 13th, 1912 114 years ago
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2005 21 years ago — 93 years old
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Professional Brazilian footballer
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February 13th, 1981 45 years ago
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