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“On a trip to Germany, Lange and his entourage were climbing the tower of an ancient castle when they stopped to catch their breath. "How old is this ruin?" someone asked a guide. "Forty-two years," said Lange.”

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David Lange
David Lange

David Lange, a former Prime Minister of New Zealand, was born on August 4, 1942, and passed away on August 13, 2005. He served as the Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989, known for his anti-nuclear policy. more

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