Births on December 17

Laurence F. Johnson

Born on December 17, 1950

Laurence F. Johnson, American educator and author

Larry Johnson (born December 17, 1950, in Corpus Christi, Texas) is an American futurist, author, and educator. Currently, Johnson serves as the Founder and CEO of EdFutures.org, an international think tank, and as a Senior Fellow of the Center for Digital Education. From 2001-2016, he served as Chief Executive Officer of the New Media Consortium an international consortium of hundreds of universities, colleges, museums, research centers, and technology companies.

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Events on 1950

23 Jan

Jerusalem
The Knesset resolves that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel.
9 Feb

Joseph McCarthy
Second Red Scare: US Senator Joseph McCarthy accuses the United States Department of State of being filled with Communists.
13 May

Silverstone Circuit
The first round of the Formula One World Championship is held at Silverstone.
11 Jul

International Monetary Fund
Pakistan joins the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank.
11 Sep

Harry S. Truman
Korean War: President Harry S. Truman approved military operations north of the 38th parallel.

Births on December 17

Laurence F. Johnson

Born on December 17, 1950

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Events on 1950

Jerusalem

Joseph McCarthy

Silverstone Circuit

International Monetary Fund

Harry S. Truman