Richard M. Brewer

American criminal and outlaw leader

Richard M. Brewer - American criminal and outlaw leader
Born

1850
175 years ago

Died

April 4th, 1878
146 years ago — 28 years old

Category

Criminals & Outlaws

Country

United States

Links & References

Engaged in criminal activities during the 19th century in the United States. Led a gang involved in robbery and other illegal enterprises in the American West. His actions contributed to the notorious reputation of outlaws during this period, particularly in the context of post-Civil War America.

Led a gang operating in the American West

Involved in numerous robberies

Other People Who Died on April 4th

Oleg Antonov

Aircraft designer and founder of Antonov
Born
February 7th, 1906 119 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1984 40 years ago — 78 years old

An engineer and businessman with roots in both Russia and Ukraine established the Antonov Design Bureau, a prominent aircraft manufacturing company. Focused on developing transport aircraft, the bureau gained recognition for its innovative designs and engineering excellence. One of the notable aircraft was the An-225 Mriya, regarded as the largest cargo plane in the world. Under his leadership, the company contributed significantly to aviation advancements, particularly in the development of cargo transport capabilities.

Continue Reading

Karen Spärck Jones

Computer Scientist and Academic
Born
August 26th, 1935 89 years ago
Died
April 4th, 2007 17 years ago — 71 years old

Contributions to information retrieval and natural language processing characterized the career of this English computer scientist. Spárck Jones developed the concept of term frequency-inverse document frequency (TF-IDF), a fundamental technique in text mining and information retrieval. The scholar participated in various academic institutions, fostering research in computational linguistics and contributing to the development of algorithms that enhanced the efficiency of search engines. Throughout her career, she advocated for women in computing, encouraging greater representation and involvement in the field.

Continue Reading

Claude Miller

French film director and producer
Born
February 20th, 1942 83 years ago
Died
April 4th, 2012 12 years ago — 70 years old

A prominent French director, producer, and screenwriter contributed significantly to French cinema from the 1970s until the early 2010s. Worked on various films, many of which received critical acclaim. Notable works include 'La Meilleure Façon de marcher' and 'L'Ecole de la chair', showcasing a talent for character-driven storytelling and exploring complex human emotions. Also involved in producing and screenwriting, shaping the landscape of French film during his career.

Continue Reading

Henry Bourchier

1st Earl of Essex
Died
April 4th, 1483 541 years ago — None years old

Bourchier served as the 1st Earl of Essex and was involved in the Wars of the Roses. He held the position of Lord Chancellor in the 1450s. As a prominent figure in the English nobility, he played a significant role in the political landscape of his time, particularly during the reigns of King Henry VI and Edward IV. His influence extended through various military and administrative roles, contributing to the governance of the realm.

Continue Reading

Ed Roth

American illustrator and custom car designer
Born
March 4th, 1932 93 years ago
Died
April 4th, 2001 23 years ago — 69 years old

An influential illustrator and designer, primarily active from the late 1940s through the 1970s. Contributed to the custom car culture with unique artwork on hot rods and kustoms. Created the iconic character Rat Fink, representing the car enthusiast community and counterculture of the time. Roth's work combined a distinct artistic style with automotive innovation, gaining recognition in magazines such as 'Car Craft' and 'Hot Rod'. Established a significant impact on the automotive art movement through his creative designs and merchandise.

Continue Reading

Konstantinos Manos

Greek politician and soldier poet
Born
1869 156 years ago
Died
April 4th, 1913 111 years ago — 44 years old

A politician, poet, soldier, and sportsman from Greece, contributed to the literary and political landscape during the early 20th century. His literary works often reflected his experiences and insights gained from military service. Engaged in the political scene, undertook various roles that showcased commitment to national and cultural issues. Participated actively in the sports community, promoting athleticism alongside a multifaceted career in poetry and public service. The work demonstrated a synthesis of artistic and political endeavors.

Continue Reading