Birthdays occurring on October, 22

1811

Franz Liszt was born on October 22, 1811 Sorrowful and great is the artist's destiny. More quotations from Franz Liszt

1844

Sarah Bernhardt was born on October 22, 1844 The greatest French actress of the 19th century, and one of the best-known figures in the history of the stage. 1844-1923 Your words are my food, your breath my wine. You are everything to me. More quotations from Sarah Bernhardt

1887

John Reed was born on October 22, 1887 American poet, 1887-1920 In the relations of a weak Government and a rebellious people there comes a time when every act of the authorities exasperates the masses, and every refusal to act excites their contempt. More quotations from John Reed

Deaths occurring on October, 22

1965

Paul Tillich died on October 22, 1965 German born American theologian and philosopher, whose discussions of God and faith illuminated and bound together the realms of traditional Christianity and modern culture. 1886-1965 The first duty of love is to listen. More quotations from Paul Tillich

1973

Pablo Casals died on October 22, 1973 Spanish cellist and conductor, known for his virtuosic technique, skilled interpretation and consummate musicianship. 1876-1973 Music will save the world More quotations from Pablo Casals

1975

Arnold Toynbee died on October 22, 1975 English Economic historian and social reformer, 1889-1975 As human beings, we are endowed with freedom of choice, and we cannot shuffle off our responsibility upon the shoulders of God or nature. We must shoulder it ourselves. It is our responsibility. More quotations from Arnold Toynbee

1979

Nadia Boulanger died on October 22, 1979 French conductor, teacher of musical composition, 1887-1979 Do not take up music unless you would rather die than not do so More quotations from Nadia Boulanger