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Born in 1962, Manute Bol was a Sudanese-American professional basketball player and political activist known for his exceptional height. Standing at 7 feet 7 inches (2.31 meters), Bol was the tallest player in NBA history. Although his professional career was marked by frequent injuries, he left an indelible mark on the sport with his unique abilities as a shot-blocker and his humanitarian efforts both during and after his basketball career.