Birthdays occurring on November, 16

1811

John Bright was born on November 16, 1811 English writer, 1811-1889 The angel of death has been abroad throughout the land; you may almost hear the beating of his wings. More quotations from John Bright

1889

George S. Kaufman was born on November 16, 1889 American printer, 1889-1961 Office hours are from 12 to 1 with an hour off for lunch. More quotations from George S. Kaufman

1890

George Seldes was born on November 16, 1890 All great ideas are controversial, or have been at one time More quotations from George Seldes

Deaths occurring on November, 16

1831

Karl von Clausewitz died on November 16, 1831 Pursue one great decisive aim with force and determination. More quotations from Karl von Clausewitz

1960

Clark Gable died on November 16, 1960 American film actor who epitomized the American ideal of masculinity and virility for three decades. 1901-1960 It is an extra dividend when you like the girl you've fallen in love with More quotations from Clark Gable

1961

Sam Rayburn died on November 16, 1961 American politician and lawyer. He was responsible for passage of New Deal legislation, 1882-1961 You cannot be a leader, and ask other people to follow you, unless you know how to follow, too. More quotations from Sam Rayburn