1914 1916

What Happened This Year 1915

All Events 75 Births 398 Deaths 97

Born in 1915

Sardarilal Mathradas Nanda

Indian admiral and military leader

Born

1915 111 years ago

Died

May 11th, 2009 16 years ago — 94 years old

Served as an admiral in the Indian Navy and played a significant role in the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War. Contributed to various naval operations and advancements within the Indian Maritime. Held the position of Chief of the Naval Staff and served with distinction, overseeing developments in the naval forces. Participated in efforts to strengthen the naval capabilities of India during critical periods.

Deng Liqun

Chinese politician and theorist

Born

1915 111 years ago

Died

February 10th, 2015 11 years ago — 100 years old

A prominent theorist and politician in China, contributed significantly to the Chinese Communist Party's ideological framework. Played a crucial role during the reform era of the 1980s, focusing on the blend of Marxism with market-oriented policies. Actively involved in the political landscape, he served as the chief theoretician of the Party, influencing important documents and speeches.