Peter Rawlinson

Attorney General for England and Wales

Peter Rawlinson - Attorney General for England and Wales
Born

1919
106 years ago

Died

June 28th, 2006
19 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Baron Rawlinson of Ewell served as Attorney General for England and Wales. His legal career included significant involvement in various high-profile cases. Active in politics, Rawlinson was appointed to the House of Lords where he contributed to legal reforms and legislation. He was a member of the Conservative Party and took part in discussions regarding legal policies and governmental changes.

Served as Attorney General for England and Wales

Contributed to notable legal reforms

Active member of the House of Lords

Other People Who Died on June 28th

Alexander Berkman

Lithuanian-American anarchist author
Born
November 21st, 1870 154 years ago
Died
June 28th, 1936 89 years ago — 65 years old

Born in Lithuania, engaged in anarchist activism in the United States. Played a crucial role in the labor movement, especially through involvement with the 1892 Homestead Strike. Served time in prison for an assassination attempt on industrialist Henry Clay Frick, which aimed to advance the anarchist cause. Authored several works, including 'ABC of Anarchism', contributing to anarchist literature. Advocated for revolutionary change through direct action and was involved with several anarchist publications.

Continue Reading

Mehmet Fuat Köprülü

Turkish historian and politician
Born
1890 135 years ago
Died
June 28th, 1966 59 years ago — 76 years old

Served as the 21st Deputy Prime Minister of Turkey. Made significant contributions to Turkish historiography and literature. Participated in the establishment of the Turkish Language Association in 1932. His scholarly works focused on the Ottoman Empire and Turkish nationalism, influencing the understanding of Turkish history and culture.

Continue Reading

Rod Serling

Television writer of The Twilight Zone
Born
1924 101 years ago
Died
June 28th, 1975 50 years ago — 51 years old

An influential American screenwriter and producer, created the anthology series The Twilight Zone, which premiered in 1959. Explored complex social issues through a blend of science fiction and fantasy storytelling. Additionally wrote the acclaimed teleplay for the film Patterns, contributing to the rise of television as a significant medium for dramatic storytelling. Also active in civil rights causes and critical of censorship, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression in the media.

Continue Reading

James Tuchet

Rebel leader during the English Wars
Died
June 28th, 1497 528 years ago — None years old

A prominent figure in the late 15th century, played a key role in the rebellion against the Tudor monarchy. As the 7th Baron Audley, provided leadership during the Cornish Rebellion in 1497. Coordinated the efforts of rebels in their challenge to the crown's policies. Ultimately captured and executed following the failure of the uprising.

Continue Reading

Mikhail Tal

Chess Grandmaster and World Champion
Born
November 9th, 1936 88 years ago
Died
June 28th, 1992 33 years ago — 55 years old

A celebrated chess player and author, this individual achieved prominence in the world of chess during the mid-20th century. Winning the World Chess Championship in 1960 made a significant mark in chess history. Renowned for an aggressive playing style and imaginative tactics, the individual inspired numerous players and fans alike. Alongside competitive success, published works on chess strategy contributed to the intellectual exploration of the game. Several influential chess tournaments featured his participation, highlighting a career characterized by remarkable games that continue to be studied.

Continue Reading

On Kawara

Japanese-American conceptual artist
Born
December 24th, 1932 92 years ago
Died
June 28th, 2014 11 years ago — 81 years old

This painter gained recognition for a series titled "Date Paintings," created between 1966 and 2014. Each work featured the date of its creation in a specific format, emphasizing the passage of time and existence. The artist utilized a consistent visual style with varying color backgrounds. His works were part of significant exhibitions, including the 1970 Venice Biennale and various prestigious galleries worldwide. This artist's practice reflected a profound engagement with time and memory, leading to notable influences on conceptual art.

Continue Reading