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Emperor Haile Selassie was 'Time' magazine's 'Man of the Year' for 1935. What religion did Selassie become the prime deity of?

    Rastafarianism. Halie Selassie was Emperor of Ethiopia from 1930 until 1974. Among His titles were, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, King of Kings and Elect of God.

1937's 'Man of the Year' title went to a husband and wife. Who was the couple?
    Generalissimo and Madame Chiang Kai-Shek. The Kai-Sheks led China during the colonialist invasions and occupations by Japan.

According to 'Time', who made the biggest impact of 1945?
    Harry S. Truman. President Truman had, quite possibly the toughest presidential decision up to his time, which was the use of the atomic bomb.

Which leader was voted 'Man of the Year' for 1953?
    Konrad Adenauer. Konrad Adenauer was the first chancelor of West Germany, when the country was reformed after World War II. He was chancelor from 1949 until 1963.

In 1956 the title was given to a fighting group, what was it?
    The Hungarian freedom fighter. This was as a result of the revolt of October 23rd, 1956, when the leadership, unable to control demonstrators called for Soviet help.

Who was 'Time' magazine's 'Man of the Year' for 1957?
    Nikita Krushchev. The Soviet Union took a clear lead in the 'Space Race' during 1957, with the successful launching of Sputnik.

Which 'group' was 'Man of the Year' for 1969?
    The Middle Americans. This was to honor the political clout of the recently 'discovered' middle class.

Which European leader won the title in 1970?
    Willy Brandt. The West German Chancelor won for his efforts to turn Western Europe into a political, comercial, financial and military union.

Which middle eastern leader was 'Man of the Year' for 1974?
    King Faisal. The ruler of oil-rich Saudi Arabia was one of the most powerful men in the world. He was assassinated on March 25, 1975.

Who was 'Time' magazine's 'Man of the Year' for 1996?
    Dr David Ho. Dr Ho was named for his work in the field of infectious diseases, in particular HIV and AIDS.

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