Gordon B. Hinckley
Religious leader, President of LDS Church
Born
June 23rd, 1910
115 years ago
Died
January 27th, 2008
17 years ago — 97 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 15th President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1995 until 2008. Worked extensively in church leadership roles including as a mission president and a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Played a key role in the construction of temples and the expansion of the church worldwide. Authored several books discussing faith, spirituality, and the church's doctrines.
Led the LDS Church during significant growth
Oversaw the construction of numerous temples
Published works on faith and church doctrine
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