What Happened This Year 1910

Born in 1910

Peggy van Praagh

Ballerina and director of ballet productions
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
January 15th, 1990 36 years ago — 80 years old

An English ballerina and choreographer contributed significantly to the world of ballet. Founded the Australian Ballet in 1962 and served as its artistic director. Played a key role in bringing classical ballet to Australia and enhancing its cultural landscape. Worked with various renowned dancers and choreographers throughout her career. Created innovative ballet productions that garnered attention and acclaim in Australia and beyond.

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Schoolboy Rowe

Baseball player and coach
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
January 8th, 1961 65 years ago — 51 years old

An American baseball player and coach, Rowe played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball primarily for the Detroit Tigers from 1933 to 1941. Rowe made significant contributions to the game, highlighted by his selection to the All-Star team in 1934. After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching, sharing his expertise with younger players and contributing to the development of the sport.

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Jacinta Marto

Portuguese saint and visionary child
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
February 20th, 1920 105 years ago — 10 years old

A child born in Fatima, Portugal, was one of the three shepherd children who reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. The apparitions occurred while tending to sheep, and the messages relayed significant themes of prayer and penance. Jacinta and her brother Francesco, along with their cousin Lúcia dos Santos, became known for their experiences and were met with both skepticism and interest from the public and church officials. Following the apparitions, Jacinta displayed a deep spiritual commitment and was noted for her acts of sacrifice and prayer. She was canonized as a saint in 2017 and is venerated for her early piety. Jacinta died at a young age from influenza and is commemorated as one of the visionaries of Fatima.

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Robert McKimson

Animator and illustrator of Looney Tunes
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1977 48 years ago — 67 years old

Acclaimed for contributions to animation, created multiple iconic characters in the Looney Tunes series. Worked primarily with Warner Bros., where his artistic influence shaped the visual style and storytelling of animated shorts. Also contributed to character design and direction, leaving a lasting legacy in the art of animation.

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Louis Slotin

Physicist known for critical mass accident
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
May 30th, 1946 79 years ago — 36 years old

A Canadian physicist and chemist, Slotin made significant contributions to the Manhattan Project during World War II. His work focused on the critical assembly of nuclear materials, particularly plutonium. On May 21, 1946, while conducting a critical mass experiment at Los Alamos Laboratory, an accidental criticality occurred, leading to a lethal radiation exposure. Slotin was severely irradiated and died nine days later. This incident highlighted the dangers associated with handling nuclear materials and prompted changes in safety protocols for future experiments.

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Omar Abu Risha

Syrian diplomat and poet, Ambassador to U.S.
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
July 15th, 1990 35 years ago — 80 years old

Served as the 4th Syrian Ambassador to the United States, contributing to the diplomatic relations between Syria and the U.S. throughout his tenure. In addition to diplomacy, engaged in poetry which reflected the cultural heritage of Syria. The work as a poet often intersected with the roles in public service, illustrating the values and traditions of Syrian society.

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Batukeshwar Dutt

Indian activist in freedom struggle
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
July 20th, 1965 60 years ago — 55 years old

An activist participated in the Indian independence movement. Batukeshwar Dutt was involved in significant protests against British colonial rule. In 1929, along with Bhagat Singh, threw bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly to protest against repressive laws, aiming to gain attention to their cause. Dutt was subsequently arrested and endured a lengthy prison sentence. He remained committed to the struggle for India's freedom until the end of his life.

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Rose Friedman

Economist and author of Capitalism and Freedom
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
August 18th, 2009 16 years ago — 99 years old

An economist and author, contributed significantly to economic thought through the promotion of free-market principles. Co-founded the Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice to advocate for school choice. Collaborated with husband Milton Friedman on important works in economics, including 'Capitalism and Freedom' and 'Free to Choose', which discussed the role of capitalism in promoting individual liberty. Engaged in numerous debates and wrote extensively on economic policy and education reform.

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George C. Homans

Sociologist and author of 'The Human Group'
Born
1910 116 years ago
Died
May 29th, 1989 36 years ago — 79 years old

Contributed significantly to sociology through the development of social exchange theory. Authored 'The Human Group', which explored community and group dynamics. Worked at Harvard University, influencing the field of sociology through both teaching and numerous publications. His theories emphasized the role of social interaction in human behavior, bridging sociology with behavioral sciences.

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