Jérémy Toulalan
French footballer and defender
A professional footballer played predominantly as a midfielder and defender. Started career at Nantes, making an impact in Ligue 1 before transferring to Lyon, contributing to multiple league titles. Represented the French national team, earning caps in international competitions including the UEFA European Championship. Played a crucial role in Lyon's dominance in the French league.
Won 3 Ligue 1 titles with Lyon
Represented France in UEFA Euro 2008
Played for FC Nantes in Ligue 1
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Joann Lõssov
Basketball player and coach
Born
September 10th, 1921 104 years ago
Died
August 3rd, 2000 25 years ago — 78 years old
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French philosopher and novelist
Born
September 10th, 1897 128 years ago
Died
July 9th, 1962 63 years ago — 64 years old
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Geologist and palaeontologist, fossil studies
Born
September 10th, 1907 118 years ago
Died
1997 29 years ago — 90 years old
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Indian politician and Vice President
Born
September 10th, 1912 113 years ago
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2002 24 years ago — 90 years old
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Baseball player and coach, Cincinnati Reds
Born
September 10th, 1924 101 years ago
Died
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American poet and novelist
Born
September 10th, 1886 139 years ago
Died
September 27th, 1961 64 years ago — 75 years old
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