Ryan Hall
American long-distance runner
Ryan Hall achieved prominence as a long-distance runner, specializing in marathons. Competed in the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics in the marathon event. Set the American record for the half marathon in 2007 with a time of 59:43 at the Houston Half Marathon. Known for his strong finishes and remarkable endurance, he completed the Boston Marathon in 2011 with a time of 2:04:58, making him a top contender in the event's history.
Competed in two Olympic marathons
Set an American record in the half marathon
Finished the Boston Marathon in 2011 in 2:04:58
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Queen consort of England, wife of Henry VI
Born
October 14th, 1404 621 years ago
Died
1463 562 years ago — 59 years old
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Born
October 14th, 1969 56 years ago
Died
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King of England, Scotland, and Ireland
Born
October 14th, 1633 392 years ago
Died
September 16th, 1701 324 years ago — 67 years old
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Born
October 14th, 1569 456 years ago
Died
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34th President of the United States
Born
October 14th, 1890 135 years ago
Died
March 28th, 1969 56 years ago — 78 years old
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Born
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