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
Look into the life of those who live in the middle ages through pictures and links.
The Brewers recruit Morris, but he does not get to play on the team.
A new government, loyal to Germany, is set up in Vichy; the film, The Sorrow and the Pity, provides insight into life in occupied France.
Helen Beatrix Potter was born in 1866 in London to wealthy parents who inherit large cotton fortunes.
Idolized by the public, Beethoven has a good life in Vienna.
Using data from bike shop experiments, the Wright brothers develop an aircraft that solves problems of flight.
Benjamin Franklin, an American colonist living in Pennsylvania, has an idea about lightning and suggests an experiment to test his thinking.
Six weeks into his second term, Lincoln becomes the first President assassinated when John Wilkes Booth shoots him at Ford's Theater.
Lionel Logue is a speech therapist who successfully treats King George VI's stammer.
Instead of allowing deafness to overwhelm him, Ludwig begins a period of prodigious and brilliant composition.
Read a poem about the life of Professor Liviu Librescu, an engineering teacher.
Lizzie Borden dislikes her stepmother and is accused of murdering her, with a hatchet, in the guest bedroom of the family's home.
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