Wes Santee
American middle-distance runner
A middle-distance runner excelled in track and field during the 1950s. Specialized in the mile and 1500 meters, Santee competed for the University of Kansas. Achieved significant accolades, including a prominent showing at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne. Set multiple American records in the mile, pushing the boundaries of speed in the sport. Santee's career was marked by intense competition with other runners of the era, particularly during the collegiate championships and international meets.
Competed in the 1956 Summer Olympics
Set American records in the mile
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Irish-American colonel and soldier
Born
March 25th, 1840 185 years ago
Died
June 25th, 1876 149 years ago — 36 years old
Born in Ireland, served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Fought at the Battle of Gettysburg and received a brevet promotion to brigadier general. Later served as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army and became part of the Seventh Cavalry. Died at the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876, leading troops during the conflict.
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Japanese professional wrestler and champion
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March 25th, 1951 74 years ago
Died
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German Sculptor and Artistic Leader
Born
March 25th, 1928 97 years ago
Died
June 18th, 2008 17 years ago — 80 years old
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English-American actress in film
Born
March 25th, 1903 122 years ago
Died
July 27th, 1998 27 years ago — 95 years old
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Singer-songwriter, 'Respect'
Born
March 25th, 1942 83 years ago
Died
August 16th, 2018 7 years ago — 76 years old
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American singer-songwriter known for 'You're Sixteen'
Born
March 25th, 1934 91 years ago
Died
August 14th, 1964 61 years ago — 30 years old
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Born
June 15th, 1909 116 years ago
Died
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Born
February 7th, 1915 111 years ago
Died
November 14th, 2002 23 years ago — 87 years old
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English philosopher and theologian
Born
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Canadian politician and civil servant
Born
June 23rd, 1905 120 years ago
Died
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English actor and writer for television
Born
January 14th, 1926 100 years ago
Died
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