April 05

Born in 1866 into the Herbert family, he inherited the title of 5th Earl of Carnarvon in 1890. He developed a passion for Egyptology and began sponsoring excavations in Egypt during the early 20th century. Partnering with Howard Carter, he financed the search that led to the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. The remarkably intact tomb was a landmark archaeological find, garnering worldwide attention. Beyond archaeology, he managed his family's estates and engaged in various business ventures. He died in 1923, shortly after the tomb's opening, his death fueling legends of a 'pharaoh's curse.'

Born in 1905, Howard Hughes became one of America's most influential and eccentric figures in aviation and entertainment. He inherited his family's company and built the Hughes Aircraft Company into a leading aviation and aerospace firm. A record-setting pilot, he established new speed and distance records with custom-built planes like the H-1 Racer. In Hollywood, he produced and directed films such as Hell's Angels and The Outlaw, pushing the boundaries of cinematic spectacle. His later years were marked by reclusiveness and struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder, yet his legacy endures in both the film industry and the aerospace world.

Born in 1918 in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Walton opened his first variety store in Newport, Arkansas, in 1945. He launched the first Walmart store in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas, focusing on low prices and rural markets often ignored by competitors. Walton introduced innovative supply chain and inventory management techniques that became industry standards. In 1983, he founded Sam's Club, a membership-based warehouse retailer that further diversified his retail empire. His business philosophy of cost-cutting, employee profit-sharing, and hands-on management fueled Walmart's rapid expansion. Walton passed away on April 5, 1992, but his legacy endures in the world's largest retailer and his philanthropic foundation.

Giulio Einaudi was an influential Italian publisher who founded the Einaudi publishing house in 1933, which became one of Italy's most respected literary imprints. Born in Dogliani, he championed authors such as Cesare Pavese, Italo Calvino, and Natalia Ginzburg, shaping post-war Italian literature. Einaudi's vision emphasized intellectual rigor and cultural engagement, setting high editorial standards. Under his leadership, the press expanded its catalog to include works in social sciences, history, and philosophy. His dedication to quality publications had a lasting impact on Italy's cultural landscape.

Born in 1923 in Northamptonshire, Jim Marshall began his career as a drummer and drum teacher.\nIn 1962, he opened a drum shop that led to the creation of Marshall Amplification.\nHis amplifiers gained fame with rock legends like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton.\nMarshall Amplification became synonymous with the sound of rock music worldwide.\nHe continued to innovate in amplifier design until his death on April 5, 2012.