Vladimir Krutov
Ice hockey player and coach, 1984 Olympic gold
A celebrated ice hockey player and coach, played for the Soviet Union national team during the 1980s. Contributed to the team that won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo. Played for prominent clubs including SKA Leningrad and HC Spartak Moscow. After a successful playing career, transitioned to coaching and management in the sport.
Won a gold medal at the 1984 Winter Olympics
Played for SKA Leningrad
Played for HC Spartak Moscow
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Actor with roles in 'Game of Thrones'
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June 1st, 1947 79 years ago
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American Civil War General
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June 1st, 1825 201 years ago
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American politician and lieutenant
Born
June 1st, 1933 93 years ago
Died
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Russian composer of classical music
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June 1st, 1804 222 years ago
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Football manager and World Cup coach
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June 1st, 1952 74 years ago
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Actress and singer in Hong Kong cinema
Born
June 1st, 1945 81 years ago
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February 19th, 2008 18 years ago — 62 years old
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Belgian violinist and composer
Born
February 17th, 1820 206 years ago
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English journalist and literary critic
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September 9th, 1877 148 years ago
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French painter of monochrome works
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April 28th, 1928 98 years ago
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April 9th, 1934 92 years ago
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Swiss psychiatrist and psychotherapist
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