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
To declare war with Germany in 1939, George VI gives a strong speech to millions of radio listeners without stammering.
One of the early amateur teams playing in New York, the Knickerbocker Base Ball Club, adopts rules for the game.
Germany protests that neutral America allows pilots to fly in combat for France; the squadron's name changes to Lafayette Escadrille.
As he journeys with the "Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come," Scrooge sees the body of a man who dies alone, unwanted and unloved. He begins to worry: I...
At the Passover meal, Jesus tells his disciples that one of them will betray him.
Lincoln's life, and the role he plays in holding the country together, makes him one of the most significant figures in history.
Even though he is only human, King James leaves a legacy with his King James Version of the Bible.
We remember Chief Wilma Mankiller
Regardless whether Sacajawea lived a short or long life, stories have sprung up about her. The US Mint created a gold dollar in her honor, schools in ...
Wanting his gifts to be anonymous, Nicholas (according to the legend) throws gold coins into open windows of houses or down chimneys.
Wanting his gifts to be anonymous, legend says Nicholas would throw gold coins into open windows of houses or down chimneys.
Even though he is a legendary American, little is known of the life of Daniel Boone.
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