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Today in HistoryApril 9

11 notable people were born on this day. Including Leopold II of Belgium, Charles Baudelaire, Jørn Utzon and more.

1821Born
Charles Baudelaire

Charles Baudelaire

1821 – 1867

French poet whose collection "Les Fleurs du mal" revolutionized modern poetry with its exploration of urban life, decadence, and symbolism.

art criticcriticFrance
1835Born
Leopold II of Belgium

Leopold II of Belgium

1835 – 1909

King of the Belgians from 1865 to 1909

monarchBelgium
1918Born

Jørn Utzon

1918 – 2008

Danish architect who designed the Sydney Opera House, winning the Pritzker Architecture Prize for his innovative expressionist style.

architectDenmark
1971Born
Jacques Villeneuve

Jacques Villeneuve

1971 – Present

Canadian racing driver who won the 1997 Formula One World Championship and the 1995 Indianapolis 500.

Formula One driverracing automobile driverCanada

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