William Paine Lord

American politician, 9th Governor of Oregon

William Paine Lord - Leaders & Politicians born July 20th, 1838
Born
Died

1911
115 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

Links & References

Served as the 9th Governor of Oregon from 1895 to 1899. Worked as a lawyer, establishing a legal practice in the state. Held various political positions and contributed to the development of Oregon's infrastructure and education system. Advocated for state issues and served the public throughout his career.

Governed Oregon during a period of growth

Promoted educational initiatives in the state

Advanced infrastructure development

Other People Born on July 20th

Alex Yoong

Race car driver and Formula One participant
Born
July 20th, 1976 49 years ago

Competed in Formula One in 2001 as a driver for the Minardi team. Participated in various other international racing events, including A1 Grand Prix and Super GT Championship. Has a background in karting, leading to a successful career in motorsport that spans over two decades. Also served as a commentator and presenter in the motorsport domain.

Continue Reading

Pope Innocent IX

Pope and Head of the Catholic Church
Born
July 20th, 1519 506 years ago
Died
December 30th, 1591 434 years ago — 72 years old

Elected as Pope in 1591, held office for a brief period before death. Focused on addressing challenges within the Church and maintaining Catholic doctrine during a time of reformations and political complexities in Europe. Worked to consolidate the papacy's influence and strengthen Church governance.

Continue Reading

Sir George Trevelyan

English civil servant and politician
Born
July 20th, 1838 187 years ago
Died
1928 98 years ago — 90 years old

Born in 1838, a prominent civil servant and politician served as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. Engaged in significant governmental roles, focused on the administration and management of public affairs. A member of the Conservative Party, contributed to various key political initiatives during a transformative period in British history. Served as a Member of Parliament, influencing legislation and governance.

Continue Reading

Philomène Belliveau

Canadian artist with Acadian themes
Born
July 20th, 1854 171 years ago
Died
March 17th, 1940 85 years ago — 85 years old

An influential Canadian artist, specialized in painting with a focus on Acadian culture and history. Active primarily during the early 20th century, produced works that illustrated the life, landscapes, and traditions of Acadians. Played a significant role in promoting Acadian heritage through art and was involved in various artistic communities. Participated in exhibitions that showcased Canadian art and contributed to the recognition of Acadian identity within the broader Canadian cultural landscape.

Continue Reading

William Bowman

English surgeon and anatomist
Born
July 20th, 1816 209 years ago
Died
1892 134 years ago — 76 years old

An English surgeon and anatomist, significant contributions were made in the field of histology. Developed a method to study the structure of tissues, particularly in the kidney. First described Bowman's capsule, a key component of renal anatomy. Held the position of Surgeon at the London Hospital, where extensive research and teaching influenced future generations of medical professionals. Authored several important texts that advanced the understanding of human anatomy and pathology in the 19th century.

Continue Reading

Antoine Destutt de Tracy

Philosopher and academic focused on liberalism
Born
July 20th, 1754 271 years ago
Died
1836 190 years ago — 82 years old

Contributed to the development of liberal philosophy in the late 18th century. Introduced the term 'ideology' to describe a systematic study of ideas. Engaged with Enlightenment thinkers and participated in political discussions surrounding the French Revolution. Published works that emphasized individual rights and the importance of reason in governance.

Continue Reading