Whitfield Diffie
Cryptographer and key exchange pioneer
An American cryptographer and academic, contributed significantly to the field of cryptography. Co-developed the Diffie-Hellman key exchange protocol, which enabled secure communication over public channels. Worked at various institutions including RSA Data Security and the National Security Agency. Involved in promoting cybersecurity and the importance of privacy in the digital age.
Co-developed the Diffie-Hellman key exchange protocol
Contributed to public-key cryptography
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Pat Garrett
American sheriff and outlaw hunter
Born
June 5th, 1850 175 years ago
Died
February 29th, 1908 117 years ago — 57 years old
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English barrister and biochemist, Mensa co-founder
Born
June 5th, 1915 110 years ago
Died
August 15th, 2000 25 years ago — 85 years old
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Polish anthropologist and philosopher
Born
June 5th, 1931 94 years ago
Died
2021 5 years ago — 90 years old
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Scottish nurse and World War II resistance fighter
Born
June 5th, 1883 142 years ago
Died
1945 81 years ago — 62 years old
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Engineer and businessman with notable ventures
Born
June 5th, 1926 99 years ago
Died
2013 13 years ago — 87 years old
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Ophthalmologist and Nobel Laureate
Born
June 5th, 1862 163 years ago
Died
July 28th, 1930 95 years ago — 68 years old
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