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Louis Washkansky
Lithuanian-South African grocer (c. 1912–1967); recipient of the first human heart transplant
Louis Washkansky was born on April 12, 1912 in Kaunas, Lithuania and died on December 21, 1967, aged 55.
Born
April 12, 1912
Louis Washkansky died aged 55.
Died: December 21, 1967
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- Birthplace
- Kaunas, Lithuania
- Professions
- grocer
- Citizenship
- South Africa
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How old was Louis Washkansky when they died?
Louis Washkansky died aged 55.
When is Louis Washkansky’s birthday?
Louis Washkansky’s recorded birthday is April 12.
Where was Louis Washkansky born?
Louis Washkansky was born in Kaunas, Lithuania.
When did Louis Washkansky die?
Louis Washkansky died on December 21, 1967.