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Breaking-News >> TodayHistory July 17, 1920 Samaranch's birthday
105 years ago today, July 17, 1920 (June 2, 1920 in the lunar calendar), Samaranch's birthday. Samaranch was born on July 17, 1920. Chairman of the International Olympic Committee and a famous Spanish social activist. He served as a member and speaker of the Provincial Council of Barcelona, and as Ambassador of Spain to the Soviet Union. Since he was young, he has been fond of sports, including shooting, skating, tennis, golf, hockey, sailing, horse riding and other events. He served as chairman of the Spanish Skating Association. 1967-1970 He served as Minister of Sports of Spain and Chairman of the Spanish Olympic Committee in 1999. He was elected Vice President of the International Olympic Committee in 1966 and has served as President of the International Olympic Committee since 1980. During his tenure, he made outstanding contributions in promoting the development of sports in developing countries and promoting the popularization and improvement of sports levels around the world. In February 1991, King Carlos of Spain awarded Samaranch the title of Marquis. He has visited China many times. Love collecting art and sports stamps. News raw data sources → https://www.abtool.cn/today_detail/1eey.html 17WorldNews[2025.09.14-07:37] 访问:69
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