British actor (1923–2014). Richard Attenborough was born on 29 August 1923 in what is now the United Kingdom. Richard Attenborough is remembered as a screenwriter, film producer and film actor, a citizen of the United Kingdom. Notable works include “A Bridge Too Far”, “Gandhi” and “Shadowlands”. Positions held included UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and member of the House of Lords.
Before and after
- 24 July 1923Treaty of Lausanne
- 2 August 1923Death of Warren G. Harding
- 2 August 1923Birth of Shimon Peres
- 12 August 1923Construction of Olimpiyskiy National Sports Complex
- 29 August 1923Birth of Richard Attenborough
- September 1923Kantō Massacre
- 1 September 19231923 Great Kantō Earthquake
- 7 September 1923Founding of Interpol
- 16 September 1923Birth of Kuan Yew Lee
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