James J. Jeffries

American boxer and heavyweight champion

James J. Jeffries - American boxer and heavyweight champion
Born

April 15th, 1875
149 years ago

Died

1953
72 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Born in 1875, a professional boxer achieved significant success in the heavyweight division. Held the World Heavyweight Championship title from 1899 to 1904. Retired undefeated before returning to the ring in 1910 for a highly publicized bout against Jack Johnson, which ended in defeat. Transitioned into boxing promotion after retirement, contributing to the sport's growth. Jeffries is regarded as one of the early greats in American boxing history.

Held the World Heavyweight title from 1899 to 1904

Fought in the landmark match against Jack Johnson in 1910

Other People Born on April 15th

Kim Il Sung

North Korean leader and President
Born
April 15th, 1912 112 years ago
Died
July 8th, 1994 30 years ago — 82 years old

Served as the leader of North Korea from its establishment in 1948 until death in 1994. As the founding leader, played a key role in shaping the country's political system based on Juche ideology. Established the Korean Workers' Party as a dominant political force and led North Korea through the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. Oversaw extensive industrialization and military development during the Cold War. Implemented policies that resulted in both economic growth and hardship, particularly during the 1990s famine.

Continue Reading

Neil Carmichael

Academic and politician in the UK
Born
April 15th, 1961 63 years ago

An academic focused on education policy, contributed to various educational reforms in the UK. Served as a Member of Parliament representing the constituency of Stroud from 2015 to 2019. Held parliamentary responsibilities related to education and contributed to discussions on school governance.

Continue Reading

William David Ross

Scottish philosopher, author of 'The Right and the Good'
Born
April 15th, 1877 147 years ago
Died
1971 54 years ago — 94 years old

Contributed significantly to moral philosophy and ethics. Developed the idea of prima facie duties, addressing obligations humans have toward each other. Held academic positions at several universities including Edinburgh and Oxford. Authored pivotal works such as 'The Right and the Good' which detailed his ethical framework and influenced subsequent moral theorists. Engaged in discussions about the nature of obligation and the complexities of moral reasoning.

Continue Reading

Sexyy Red

American Rapper and Music Artist
Born
April 15th, 1998 26 years ago

Born in 1998, this rapper gained recognition for a distinctive style and energetic performances. The debut single 'Pound Town' garnered significant attention, leading to a surge in popularity within the hip-hop scene. Collaborations with various artists and a unique approach to music allowed for significant visibility in the industry, particularly through her contributions to the Southern rap genre.

Continue Reading

William Crowther

Dutch-Australian politician, Tasmania Premier
Born
April 15th, 1817 207 years ago
Died
April 12th, 1885 139 years ago — 67 years old

Born in 1817, a politician served as the 14th Premier of Tasmania. His tenure was marked by significant political activity and the promotion of infrastructure development. Instrumental in the establishment of various public services, he contributed to shaping the region's governance. After serving as Premier, continued to have a presence in Tasmanian politics, influencing local governance through subsequent roles and initiatives.

Continue Reading

Andrés D'Alessandro

Argentinian professional footballer
Born
April 15th, 1981 43 years ago

Professional footballer played primarily as an attacking midfielder. D'Alessandro began his career at River Plate, where he won the Copa Libertadores in 1996. After a successful stint in Europe with clubs such as Wolfsburg and Portsmouth, he returned to South America, where he won multiple domestic titles with Internacional in Brazil. D'Alessandro also had a notable international career, representing Argentina in various tournaments, including the 2004 Copa América, which Argentina won.

Continue Reading