Jane Alexander
Actress and producer, 'The Great White Hope'
An actress and producer with a career spanning several decades. Gained recognition for stage performances, particularly in 'The Great White Hope,' which earned a Tony Award. Transitioned to film and television, appearing in notable projects such as 'The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,' 'The Last Picture Show,' and 'The Ghost and Mrs. Muir.' Served as the chairwoman of the National Endowment for the Arts, advocating for the arts in the United States.
Received a Tony Award for Best Actress in 1969
Starred in 'The Great White Hope'
Served as chairwoman of the National Endowment for the Arts
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Ambrogio Gianotti
Partigiano and priest in Italy
Born
October 28th, 1901 124 years ago
Died
April 13th, 1969 56 years ago — 67 years old
Served as a partigiano during World War II, actively participating in the Italian resistance against Fascism. Worked as a priest, providing spiritual guidance and support to local communities. Advocated for social justice and collaborated with other resistance members to oppose the Nazi regime. Contributed to the reconstruction of society post-war through religious and community initiatives.
Continue ReadingJean-Marie Guyau
Philosopher and poet, noted for works
Born
October 28th, 1854 171 years ago
Died
1888 137 years ago — 34 years old
Contributions focused on aesthetics, ethics, and sociology. Authored significant philosophical texts including "L'Irréligion de l'avenir" and "Esquisse d'une sociologie." Developed ideas regarding the relationship between individual and society, addressing the concept of modern life. Explored themes of morality and the role of art in culture. His poetry also reflected philosophical interests, merging literary and intellectual pursuits.
Continue ReadingDave Budd
American basketball player
Born
October 28th, 1938 87 years ago
Budd played professional basketball primarily for the Philadelphia 76ers in the National Basketball Association (NBA). His playing career was marked by his versatility on the court and his contributions to the team's performance during the 1960s. He participated in several playoff games, showcasing his skills in crucial moments. Post his NBA career, Budd also played in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA).
Continue ReadingZygmunt Florenty Wróblewski
Polish physicist and chemist
Born
October 28th, 1845 180 years ago
Died
April 16th, 1888 137 years ago — 42 years old
A pioneering physicist and chemist contributed significantly to the understanding of liquefaction of gases. Conducted important experiments on the liquefaction of oxygen and nitrogen, leading to advancements in low-temperature physics. Held a professorship at the University of Lviv and was involved in the establishment of the Lviv Scientific Society. Collaborated with notable scientists and was a key figure in the early development of cryogenics.
Continue ReadingChanning H. Cox
American lawyer and Massachusetts governor
Born
October 28th, 1879 146 years ago
Died
1968 57 years ago — 89 years old
Served as the 49th Governor of Massachusetts from 1921 to 1925. Prior to governorship, held positions such as Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth from 1915 to 1920. Worked as a lawyer and was involved in various political and civic activities throughout his career.
Continue ReadingĽudovít Štúr
Slovak philologist and politician
Born
October 28th, 1815 210 years ago
Died
January 12th, 1856 169 years ago — 40 years old
A prominent figure in Slovak history, contributed to the development of the Slovak language and culture during the 19th century. Played a key role in the Slovak national revival, advocating for Slovak rights and independence from Hungarian rule. Established a modern Slovak language standard and founded a literary movement that promoted Slovak literature and education. His political activities included participation in the Slovak National Council and the establishment of a Slovak language school system.
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