1912 - 1954
British mathematician and father of modern computer science whose work formed the basis for artificial intelligence.
1927 - 1987
Director known for his revolutionary choreographic style showcased in "Sweet Charity," "Chicago," "Cabaret" and "All That Jazz."
1940 - 1994
Sprinter who became the first American woman to win three track and field gold medals in a single Olympics in 1960.
1868
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Christopher Latham Sholes patents the QWERTY typewriter, revolutionizing communication. His first version was cobbled together using an old table, a circular piece of glass, a telegraph key and piano wire.
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