Gaylord Nelson
Gaylord Nelson was an American politician and environmentalist who served as a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin from 1963 to 1981. He is best known for founding Earth Day in 1970, which marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement. His vision for a day dedicated to environmental education and activism has led to widespread awareness and action regarding environmental issues globally. Nelson's efforts in promoting conservation and sustainable practices have had a lasting impact on environmental policy and public consciousness.
Born on Jun 04, 1916 (109 years old)
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Guyana:
Gaylord Nelson mobilised millions of Americans to advocate for the protection of the environment.
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Dominican Republic:
Gaylord Nelson promoted the establishment of Earth Day to raise awareness about environmental issues.
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India:
The inception of Earth Day is credited to Gaylord Nelson, a US senator and former governor from Wisconsin.
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Venezuela:
Gaylord Nelson was a senator who initiated Earth Day in 1969.
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