Juscelino Kubitschek
Brazilian politician and physician, President
A physician and politician, served as the 21st President of Brazil from 1956 to 1961. Promoted the ambitious development plan, known as the 'Goal Plan', aiming to modernize Brazil through infrastructure improvements, including highways and energy projects. Oversaw the construction of Brasília, the new capital city, designed to promote national integration and development. Advocated for economic growth and industrialization during tenure.
Served as President of Brazil from 1956 to 1961
Promoted the construction of Brasília
Implemented the 'Goal Plan' for national development
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Chinese-Swiss physician and author
Born
September 12th, 1917 108 years ago
Died
November 2nd, 2012 13 years ago — 95 years old
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Basketball player; two-time NBA champion
Born
September 12th, 1965 60 years ago
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Swedish curler with championship titles
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September 12th, 1997 28 years ago
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American comedian and actor, comedic skits
Born
September 12th, 1994 31 years ago
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Painter and illustrator of the American West
Born
September 12th, 1862 163 years ago
Died
September 17th, 1925 100 years ago — 63 years old
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American sprinter and long jumper
Born
September 12th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
March 31st, 1980 45 years ago — 66 years old
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Born
January 19th, 1922 104 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 2015 10 years ago — 93 years old
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1923 103 years ago
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