Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 2010

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What Happened This Year 2010

All Events 99 Births 1 Deaths 560

People Who Died in 2010

T. Somasekaram

Sri Lankan geographer and politician

Born

September 22nd, 1934 90 years ago

Died

2010 15 years ago — 76 years old

Significant contributions to geography and public service occurred. Served as the 37th Surveyor General of Sri Lanka, overseeing land surveying and mapping. Played a crucial role in advancing geographic education and policy. Engaged in political activities, focusing on infrastructure development and land management. Helped shape national geographic standards and practices.

Vladimir Ilyushin

Russian aviator and aircraft designer

Born

March 31st, 1927 98 years ago

Died

2010 15 years ago — 83 years old

Served as a test pilot and contributed to the development of significant aircraft designs. Worked for the Ilyushin Design Bureau, where various military and civilian aircraft were produced. Developed and flew the Ilyushin Il-28, a notable jet bomber that entered service in the late 1940s. Engaged in pioneering aviation tests and was instrumental in ushering in advancements in Soviet aviation technology.