Jack Conklin
American football offensive tackle
Played as an offensive tackle in the NFL. Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2016. Achieved Pro Bowl selections in 2018 and 2020. Contributed to the team's offensive line and played a key role in protecting quarterbacks and enhancing the run game. Played college football at Michigan State University. Was a consensus All-American in 2015.
Drafted 8th overall by the Cleveland Browns in 2016
Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018 and 2020
Helped the Browns achieve a playoff appearance in 2020
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Lothar Bisky
German politician and party leader
Born
August 17th, 1941 84 years ago
Died
August 13th, 2013 12 years ago — 71 years old
A prominent German politician, significant involvement in the political landscape occurred after the reunification of Germany. Served as a member of the German Bundestag and played a leading role in the Party of Democratic Socialism, which later became The Left. Actively participated in debates addressing social and economic issues during his tenure. Contributed to the development of party policies that focused on social justice, education, and labor rights. Represented the interests of East Germans in the Parliament and strived to maintain the legacy of the socialist movement in the reunified country. Engaged in various public discussions and forums to promote political discourse within Germany.
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English-American Actress of Shakespearean roles
Born
August 17th, 1865 160 years ago
Died
November 12th, 1950 75 years ago — 85 years old
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American author and nature photographer
Born
August 17th, 1863 162 years ago
Died
December 6th, 1924 101 years ago — 61 years old
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Continue ReadingJihadi John
terrorist and executioner in ISIS videos
Born
August 17th, 1988 37 years ago
Died
November 12th, 2015 10 years ago — 27 years old
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Continue ReadingMark Felt
FBI Agent and Watergate Informant
Born
August 17th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
December 18th, 2008 17 years ago — 95 years old
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Continue ReadingRichard of Shrewsbury
Duke of York, son of Edward IV
Born
August 17th, 1473 552 years ago
Died
1483 543 years ago — 10 years old
Born in 1473, Richard of Shrewsbury served as the Duke of York during the turbulent period of the Wars of the Roses. He was the second son of King Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville. Following the death of his father in 1483, Richard became a prominent figure in the struggle for the English throne. In 1484, Richard was captured and imprisoned in the Tower of London. He was declared illegitimate, and his status as a potential claimant to the throne effectively diminished. The fates of Richard and his brother, the Prince of Wales, remain uncertain, leading to historical intrigue regarding their disappearance. Richard's life and the mystery of his fate contributed to the enduring legacy of the Plantagenet dynasty.
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