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What Happened This Year 1918

All Events 143 Births 452 Deaths 150

Born in 1918

Charlie Finley

Baseball team owner and promoter

Born

1918 108 years ago

Died

February 19th, 1996 30 years ago — 78 years old

An American businessman, played a significant role in Major League Baseball as the owner of the Oakland Athletics from 1960 to 1980. Instrumental in the A's success during the 1970s, the team captured three consecutive World Series titles from 1972 to 1974. Known for implementing innovative marketing strategies, introduced promotional nights and the iconic 'fan appreciation day.' Advocated for player benefits and contributed to the development of the designated hitter rule in the American League.

Anthony Crosland

Politician and Foreign Secretary

Born

1918 108 years ago

Died

February 19th, 1977 49 years ago — 59 years old

An English author and politician served as Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs from 1965 to 1970. Crosland represented the Labour Party and was a Member of Parliament for over two decades. An influential figure in post-war politics, Crosland advocated for social justice and modernizing the economy. He authored the book 'The Future of Socialism,' which discussed the relevance of socialist principles in the changing political landscape. His tenure as Foreign Secretary included significant international events during the Cold War era, navigating complex diplomatic relationships.