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October 12, 2021
Richard ("Dick") Gregory
Comedian, activist Richard ("Dick") Gregory was born on this day in 1932 in St Louis, Missouri. He used his incredible skills to convey to both white and black audiences his political messages on civil rights.
Also on this day
Wilt Chamberlain
Wilt Chamberlain, perhaps the greatest scorer in basketball history, died on this day in 1999.
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