John Thompson III
Basketball coach and former player
This individual played college basketball at Georgetown University under the legendary coach John Thompson. After a successful playing career, transitioned into coaching. Served as head coach at Georgetown from 2004 to 2017, leading the team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Also held coaching positions at various universities, contributing to the development of players and programs.
Head coach at Georgetown University
Led Georgetown to NCAA Tournament appearances
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Freda Meissner-Blau
Austrian activist and politician
Born
March 11th, 1927 99 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 2015 10 years ago — 88 years old
Born in 1927, an Austrian activist and politician committed to environmentalism and social justice. Co-founded the Austrian Green Party in 1986, advocating for ecological responsibility and sustainability. Served as a member of the Austrian Parliament from 1990 to 1994, representing the interests of green politics. Known for active participation in campaigns addressing nuclear safety, climate change, and civil rights.
Continue ReadingLouis Bachelier
Mathematician known for financial theory
Born
March 11th, 1870 156 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1946 80 years ago — 76 years old
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Baseball player and coach, no-hitter pitcher
Born
March 11th, 1945 81 years ago
Died
December 19th, 2008 17 years ago — 63 years old
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YouTuber and engineer with engaging science content
Born
March 11th, 1980 46 years ago
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Serbian-Swedish Basketball Player
Born
March 11th, 2003 23 years ago
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Continue ReadingCornelius Castoriadis
Economist and philosopher, author of 'The Imaginary Institution of Society'
Born
March 11th, 1922 104 years ago
Died
December 26th, 1997 28 years ago — 75 years old
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