Jonas Salk
(1914-1995)

American Physician, Developed first effective polio vaccine

1955 Congressional Gold Medal
1976 Humanist of the Year
1976 Academy of Achievement Achiever
1977 Presidential Medal of Freedom

birthdate: October 28
birthplace:
New York City

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