Ryan Babel
Dutch footballer and national team player
A Dutch footballer, who primarily played as a winger. Started his professional career at Ajax, making a significant impact in the Eredivisie. Had a successful spell at Liverpool, contributing to their achievements in various competitions. Represented the Netherlands in multiple international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship.
Played for Ajax Amsterdam, winning the Eredivisie
Made significant contributions to Liverpool F.C.
Represented the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2008 and 2012
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Albert Abraham Michelson
Physicist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
December 19th, 1852 173 years ago
Died
May 9th, 1931 95 years ago — 78 years old
A prominent physicist and chemist, contributed significantly to the field of metrology and was the first American to receive the Nobel Prize in Physics. Developed the Michelson interferometer, a device used to measure very small distances and variations in optical path length. Conducted the famous Michelson-Morley experiment in 1887, which aimed to detect the presence of the hypothetical luminiferous aether, leading to significant advancements in understanding light and motion.
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Boxer, actor, and golfer
Born
December 19th, 1907 118 years ago
Died
2004 22 years ago — 97 years old
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Engineer, inventor of the Hellschreiber
Born
December 19th, 1901 124 years ago
Died
2002 24 years ago — 101 years old
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Businessman and investment advisor
Born
December 19th, 1905 120 years ago
Died
2015 11 years ago — 110 years old
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Businessman and financier of steel industry
Born
December 19th, 1849 176 years ago
Died
1919 107 years ago — 70 years old
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Italian author of 'Zeno's Conscience'
Born
December 19th, 1861 164 years ago
Died
September 13th, 1928 97 years ago — 66 years old
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