John Goodwin
British soldier and Governor of Queensland
Born
1871
155 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
Links & References
Served as a soldier in the British Army and gained recognition for medical practice. Occupied the role of the 14th Governor of Queensland, contributing to governance and administration during term in office. His leadership combined military experience and medical knowledge to influence policies and public health initiatives in the region.
Served as 14th Governor of Queensland from 1946 to 1952.
Contributed to military medical practices during service.
Other People Who Died on September 29th
Rudi Stephan
German composer of modern classical music
Born
1887 139 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1915 111 years ago — 28 years old
A composer born in Germany, a key figure in modern classical music during the early 20th century. Studied at the Royal Conservatory in Munich and wrote several significant works, including orchestral and chamber pieces. His music reflected the influences of contemporary European styles. Died at a young age in World War I, cutting short a promising career.
Continue ReadingKatsuko Saruhashi
Geochemist and water researcher
Born
March 22nd, 1920 106 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2007 19 years ago — 87 years old
Pioneered research in water chemistry, significantly contributing to understanding the distribution of radioactive isotopes in the environment. Developed methods to measure carbon dioxide in seawater and participated in studies related to the effects of nuclear testing on ocean waters. Her work laid the foundations for future research in environmental geochemistry and oceanography. Also served as the first female member of the Geochemical Society and received recognition for contributions to her field.
Continue ReadingMalcolm Wicks
English academic and politician
Born
July 1st, 1947 79 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2012 14 years ago — 65 years old
An academic and politician served as the Member of Parliament for Croydon North from 1997 until 2012. Held various ministerial roles, including Minister of State for Energy and Minister for Employment. Contributed to policy development in education and energy sectors and was an advocate for sustainable energy solutions. Engaged in local and national issues throughout political career.
Continue ReadingRobert McKimson
Animator and illustrator of Looney Tunes
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1977 49 years ago — 67 years old
Acclaimed for contributions to animation, created multiple iconic characters in the Looney Tunes series. Worked primarily with Warner Bros., where his artistic influence shaped the visual style and storytelling of animated shorts. Also contributed to character design and direction, leaving a lasting legacy in the art of animation.
Continue ReadingHarold Agnew
American physicist and academic
Born
March 28th, 1921 105 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2013 13 years ago — 92 years old
Contributed significantly to nuclear physics and played a pivotal role in the development of nuclear weapons during World War II. Worked on the Manhattan Project, focusing on the design and construction of the first atomic bombs. Served as a professor at the University of California, San Diego, and later as the director of Los Alamos National Laboratory, overseeing various research projects in physics and engineering. Published numerous scientific papers and engaged in academic discussions on nuclear policy and ethics.
Continue ReadingWalter Hadlee
New Zealand cricket captain and player
Born
June 4th, 1915 111 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2006 20 years ago — 91 years old
A prominent cricketer, Hadlee played for New Zealand from 1937 to 1951. He served as captain for a significant part of his career and was an accomplished all-rounder. Notable for his outstanding bowling skills, he became one of the first New Zealanders to make a mark in international cricket. After retiring, he contributed to the sport as a selector and coach. His sons also pursued professional cricket, furthering the Hadlee legacy in the sport.
Continue Reading