Rod Gilbert
Ice Hockey player with the New York Rangers
An ice hockey player played for the New York Rangers in the National Hockey League (NHL). Garbbed the franchise's all-time scoring leader with 1021 points. Played in 1,065 regular season games and participated in seven NHL All-Star games. Gilbert's contributions extended beyond the ice as he engaged in philanthropic efforts and community service, supporting various charities.
Scored 1,021 points for the New York Rangers
Selected for seven NHL All-Star games
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1979
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Mathematician, contributed to topology
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July 1st, 1906 120 years ago
Died
November 29th, 1992 33 years ago — 86 years old
A mathematician associated with the development of modern topology and functional analysis. Worked extensively at the University of Strasbourg and the University of Paris. Contributed to the founding of the Mathematical Society of France. Authored numerous textbooks that shaped mathematical education in the 20th century. His work involved collaborations with other mathematicians and significant contributions to mathematical theory and pedagogy.
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Footballer with prolific goal-scoring record
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July 1st, 1976 50 years ago
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Malaysian businessman and investor
Born
July 1st, 1962 64 years ago
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Choreographer of 'Movin' Out'
Born
July 1st, 1941 85 years ago
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Surgeon and educator in America
Born
July 1st, 1915 111 years ago
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King of Hungary and Bohemia
Born
July 1st, 1506 520 years ago
Died
1526 500 years ago — 20 years old
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Kate Chopin
American author of The Awakening
Born
February 8th, 1850 176 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 1904 121 years ago — 54 years old
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French novelist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
March 23rd, 1881 145 years ago
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Australian politician and Minister
Born
January 26th, 1907 119 years ago
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Acclaimed Canadian-American actress
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June 3rd, 1924 102 years ago
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Race car driver and businessman
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Swedish painter and etcher, 'Summer Night'
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February 18th, 1860 166 years ago
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