Edward Snowden - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 21, 1983 |
|---|---|
| Age | 42 |
| Birthplace | Elizabeth City, North Carolina, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Edward Snowden's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Leaking classified NSA documents in 2013 and revealing extensive global surveillance operations. |
Intro
Edward Snowden is an American former intelligence contractor who leaked classified National Security Agency (NSA) documents in 2013, revealing extensive global surveillance programs. His disclosures sparked worldwide debates about privacy and government surveillance.
Early Life & Background
Edward Snowden grew up in North Carolina before moving with his family to Maryland. He attended Anne Arundel Community College but did not complete a degree, instead obtaining his GED. Snowden later worked as a security guard at the University of Maryland before joining the CIA and NSA as a contractor.
Career Highlights
- Worked as a contractor for the CIA and National Security Agency (NSA).
- Leaked thousands of classified NSA documents in 2013, exposing global surveillance programs.
- Granted asylum in Russia following the leaks.
- Published his memoir, 'Permanent Record,' in 2019.
Trivia
- Snowden was charged with espionage by the United States government.
- He has been living in Russia since 2013 and was granted Russian citizenship in 2022.
FAQs
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Edward Snowden is 42 years old.
Edward Snowden was born the 21 June 1983.
Elizabeth City, North Carolina, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 21st, 1983, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 21, 1983, tennis champion Arthur Ashe underwent a successful 90-minute double bypass surgery at St. Luke's Hospital in New York City. This was his second coronary bypass operation in four years, following a quadruple bypass in 1979. Doctors expressed optimism about his recovery, noting that the procedure was less complicated than the previous one.
- Day of the week: June 21st, 1983 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Flashdance...What A Feeling by Irene Cara
- #1 UK song: Every Breath You Take by The Police
- Popular movie: WarGames directed by John Badham
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