Walwin de Silva (118)
August 12th, 1905
Sri Lankan civil servant – Walwin de Silva was born in Balapitiya on August 12th, 1905 and is 118 years old today.
Age
How old is Walwin de Silva?
118
Walwin de Silva is 118 years old.
Biographical data
| Birthday | August 12th, 1905 (Saturday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Balapitiya |
| Death place | Colombo Largest city of Sri Lanka |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Leo (The Lion) ♌ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake 蛇 |
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Birthday
When was Walwin de Silva born?
Walwin de Silva was born on August 12th, 1905.
Place of Birth
Where was Walwin de Silva born?
Balapitiya.
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of Walwin de Silva?
Walwin de Silva was born in the zodiac sign Leo (The Lion).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does Walwin de Silva have?
Walwin de Silva was born in 1905 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Snake.
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