People who change the world may, or may not, be famous in their own lifetimes. Often it takes years for others to understand forward-thinking contributions. This collection introduces you to some of the world's most-famous people
Nicholas' coronation feast causes the death of about 2,000 people and his reign causes Russia many military losses.
Mary marries again and is forced to abdicate in favor of her son.
After escape from the Horns of Hattin battlefield, Balien of Ibelin retrieves his wife in Jerusalem. Saladin allows this because Balien carries no we...
Barrie takes care of the boys and educates them; once WWI begins, the older boys know they will need to serve their country.
Even though teams are playing baseball in the northern U.S., there is no evidence it is popular in the south until the Civil War.
Jackie plays for the Kansas City Monarchs; African-American baseball players face discrimination in every town.
Thermopylae is the battleground for a fight where the defending Greek army kills many of Xerxes' invading Persian soldiers.
Along with her drawings of animals, Beatrix illustrates insects, fossils, plants, and fungi.
See pictures of Britain's Lake District where the Potter family spends their summers starting in 1882.
Ludwig becomes so obsessed with gaining custody of his nephew, Karl, that he does not compose for two years.
As a young boy, Ludwig has a difficult life so he loses himself in his music.
Prince Ivan is an orphan who experiences neglect and abuse even though he rules Russia when he is older.
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