John French Sloan
American painter and illustrator
A significant figure in American art, engaged with the Ashcan School movement. Focused on urban scenes, everyday life, and social realism. Studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and influenced many student artists. Worked as an illustrator for publications such as The New York Evening Post. His painting style emphasized the realities of contemporary American life with a keen eye for detail.
Painted 'Sixth Avenue and Thirtieth Street'
Illustrated for 'The New York Evening Post'
Contributed to the Ashcan School movement
Exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
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Swimmer and Olympic gold medalist
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August 2nd, 1996 29 years ago
A prominent swimmer, achieved significant success at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where won gold medals in the 100-meter freestyle and 4x100-meter medley relay. Also earned silver in the 4x100-meter freestyle relay. Manuel made history by becoming the first African American woman to win an individual Olympic gold medal in swimming. Competed at Stanford University, where contributed to NCAA championships.
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Ice hockey player and coach in Canada
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August 2nd, 1938 87 years ago
Died
May 29th, 2007 18 years ago — 68 years old
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Ghanaian footballer with Ajax achievements
Born
August 2nd, 2000 25 years ago
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German SS officer in World War II
Born
August 2nd, 1897 128 years ago
Died
April 5th, 1945 80 years ago — 47 years old
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Coptic Pope and spiritual leader
Born
August 2nd, 1902 123 years ago
Died
1971 55 years ago — 69 years old
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English internet personality, YouTuber
Born
August 2nd, 1995 30 years ago
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Edwin McMillan
American physicist and chemist, Nobel laureate
Born
September 18th, 1907 118 years ago
Died
September 7th, 1991 34 years ago — 83 years old
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American actor and singer in musicals
Born
December 20th, 1908 117 years ago
Died
September 7th, 1994 31 years ago — 85 years old
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Mexican muralist and painter
Born
November 23rd, 1883 142 years ago
Died
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September 12th, 1855 170 years ago
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Born
October 12th, 1906 119 years ago
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English poet and philanthropist
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1745 281 years ago
Died
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