Peter van Heemst
Dutch politician and legislator
Born in 1952, a significant figure in Dutch politics, served in the House of Representatives. Played a key role in legislative processes regarding education and social policy. Engaged in numerous debates and contributed to important legislation during tenure, reflecting the priorities of the political party represented.
Served in the House of Representatives from 1994 to 2012
Contributed to legislation on education reform
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Nikola Tesla
Inventor of alternating current systems
Born
July 10th, 1856 169 years ago
Died
January 7th, 1943 83 years ago — 86 years old
An inventor and electrical engineer, focused on the development of alternating current (AC) electrical systems. Created the Tesla coil and contributed to the design of the modern AC electricity supply system. Worked for Thomas Edison before establishing his own laboratory where numerous inventions were developed. Held over 300 patents in various international jurisdictions. Engaged in experiments related to wireless communication and energy transmission. His later years were marked by a focus on wireless technology and ambition to create a global communication system.
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Medical researcher and physicist
Born
July 10th, 1891 134 years ago
Died
1982 44 years ago — 91 years old
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Bulgarian footballer and defender
Born
July 10th, 1981 44 years ago
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Jazz trumpet player and composer
Born
July 10th, 1938 87 years ago
Died
February 19th, 1972 53 years ago — 33 years old
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American Actor, 'Firefly' and 'Barney Miller'
Born
July 10th, 1945 80 years ago
Died
November 25th, 2016 9 years ago — 71 years old
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Mathematician, co-editor of 'Principia'
Born
July 10th, 1682 343 years ago
Died
June 5th, 1716 309 years ago — 33 years old
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