Kerry King
Guitarist of Slayer, thrash metal legend
Played guitar and co-founded the thrash metal band Slayer in 1981. Contributed to the band's most acclaimed albums, including 'Reign in Blood' and 'South of Heaven.' King is recognized for his fast-paced guitar solos and aggressive playing style. The band's influential sound helped define the thrash metal genre, and they toured extensively worldwide. In 2006, Slayer received a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the song 'Eyes of the Insane.' The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020, solidifying their impact on heavy music.
Co-founded Slayer in 1981
Won a Grammy Award in 2006
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020
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Louis Faidherbe
French general and Senegal governor
Born
June 3rd, 1818 207 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1889 136 years ago — 71 years old
Born in 1818, a French general and politician held the position of Governor of Senegal from 1854 to 1861. Oversaw the expansion of French colonial influence in West Africa. Faidherbe focused on establishing infrastructure and enhancing trade. Contributed to military campaigns that secured French control over Senegal.
Continue ReadingMartin Gottfried Weiss
SS Officer involved in war crimes
Born
June 3rd, 1905 120 years ago
Died
May 29th, 1946 79 years ago — 40 years old
Served as an SS officer during World War II, overseeing various administrative roles within the Nazi regime. Involved in implementing policies that facilitated wartime atrocities. Captured after the war and sentenced for war crimes. His actions during the conflict contributed to the broader landscape of Nazi atrocities across German-occupied territories.
Continue ReadingRansom E. Olds
Automobile pioneer and manufacturer
Born
June 3rd, 1864 161 years ago
Died
1950 76 years ago — 86 years old
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Continue ReadingOtto Loewi
Pharmacologist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
June 3rd, 1873 152 years ago
Died
December 25th, 1961 64 years ago — 88 years old
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President of the Confederate States
Born
June 3rd, 1808 217 years ago
Died
December 6th, 1889 136 years ago — 81 years old
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Continue ReadingMarion Zimmer Bradley
Author of Darkover series and fantasy novels
Born
June 3rd, 1930 95 years ago
Died
September 25th, 1999 26 years ago — 69 years old
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