Famous Historical Topics & Events Chapters

What are some of history's key stories and events which remain famous to this day? Check-out some of those topics.

John Wycliffe translates the Bible into English, but Oxford expels him as his writings become more radical.

Read a poem about the life of Juan Ortiz, a 26 year-old first year Masters student in Civil Engineering.

Read a poem about the life of Julia Pryde, a 23 year-old first year Masters student in Biological Systems Engineering.

The jurors in the Penn case go to Newgate Prison until they pay all fines for disobeying the judge and finding in favor of William Penn.

Because Penn's jury refuses to agree with the government, they go to prison under inhumane conditions.

Prior to invading Iwo Jima, the US bombs the island for 3 days and assumes that effort will negatively impact Japanese resistance when the Marines com...

Kate Eddowes is Jack the Ripper's fourth victim. Her body was found at Mitre Square.

Ada learns about the power of love.

In addition to teaching, Morris coaches a baseball team who talks him into trying out for the major leagues.

Kenny O'Donnell, another advisor, helps JFK pick Lyndon Johnson for vice-president.

Read a poem about the life of Professor Kevin Granata, an engineering teacher.

The Soviet leader backs down when the US promises not to invade Cuba.

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