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1950 Nov, 16

Bob Smith (doctor)

Bob Smith, American physician and surgeon, co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous (b. 1879)
Robert Holbrook Smith (August 8, 1879 – November 16, 1950), also known as Dr. Bob, was an American physician and surgeon who founded Alcoholics Anonymous with Bill Wilson (more commonly known as Bill W.).

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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.