Jamal Mayers
Ice hockey player and sportscaster
Played in the National Hockey League for the St. Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawks, and the Calgary Flames. Upon retiring, transitioned to a role as a sportscaster, providing insights into hockey analysis and commentary.
Played in over 700 NHL games
Reached the Stanley Cup playoffs multiple times
Contributed to Chicago Blackhawks' roster during successful seasons
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Victoria Eugenie of Battenberg
Queen of Spain, wife of King Alfonso XIII
Born
October 24th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
1969 56 years ago — 82 years old
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Queen consort of Spain
Born
October 24th, 1503 522 years ago
Died
May 1st, 1539 486 years ago — 35 years old
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Belgian footballer, former defender
Born
October 24th, 1987 38 years ago
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Ice hockey player and Olympian
Born
October 24th, 1964 61 years ago
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American runner, Olympic medalist
Born
October 24th, 1909 116 years ago
Died
1966 59 years ago — 57 years old
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Continue ReadingJohn Tuzo Wilson
Geophysicist; developed plate tectonics
Born
October 24th, 1908 117 years ago
Died
April 15th, 1993 32 years ago — 84 years old
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