What Happened This Year 1925

People Who Died in 1925

Oliver Heaviside

Engineer and mathematician known for operational calculus
Born
May 18th, 1850 174 years ago
Died
1925 100 years ago — 75 years old

An English engineer, mathematician, and physicist, contributed significantly to the field of electrical engineering and mathematics. Developed the operational calculus, which paved the way for modern control theory. Proposed techniques that simplified the analysis of electrical circuits and influenced the design of telecommunication systems. Also worked on the theory of transmission lines, clarifying wave propagation and reflection phenomena. His ideas regarding complex numbers in circuit analysis led to the development of future mathematical techniques.

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Henry Reuterdahl

Artist known for maritime paintings
Born
August 12th, 1870 154 years ago
Died
1925 100 years ago — 55 years old

An artist and illustrator, primarily recognized for maritime and naval subjects. Developed a significant portfolio featuring ships, oceans, and battle scenes. Reuterdahl contributed to several publications, including 'The Illustrated London News' and 'Harper's Magazine'. His work was marked by detail and dramatic presentations of naval history. Participated in World War I, creating war-related artwork that illustrated naval operations.

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Nelson A. Miles

American General and military leader
Born
August 8th, 1839 185 years ago
Died
1925 100 years ago — 86 years old

Born in 1839, this military leader served as a Union general during the American Civil War. Commands included key battles such as Gettysburg and Cedar Creek. Post-war, participated in the Indian Wars, focusing on the apprehension of leaders like Sitting Bull and Geronimo. Also held the position of Commanding General of the United States Army in the late 19th century. His military strategies and leadership contributed to the expansion and dominance of U.S. military operations during a pivotal era in American history.

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Boris Savinkov

Russian soldier and revolutionary writer
Born
January 19th, 1879 146 years ago
Died
1925 100 years ago — 46 years old

Born in 1879, this individual served as a soldier and played a significant role in the Russian revolutionary movement. Initially a member of the Socialist Revolutionary Party, involvement in various revolutionary activities led to imprisonment and exile. This person wrote several works, including notable novels and articles highlighting the struggles against autocracy in Russia. Later, during the Russian Civil War, a shift towards anti-Bolshevism was evident, leading to collaboration with foreign powers. Eventually, returned to Soviet Russia, where an arrest occurred. Struggled with political persecution and ultimately took own life in 1925.

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Frederik Buch

Danish actor and screenwriter
Born
December 8th, 1875 149 years ago
Died
1925 100 years ago — 50 years old

Buch participated in the early 20th-century Danish film scene, contributing as both an actor and a screenwriter. His work spanned several silent films during the 1910s and 1920s, showcasing his versatility in both fields. Buch also involved himself in stage productions, augmenting his contributions to the Danish performing arts.

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