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
Outnumbered, Wallace and his men defeat Edward's forces and take over Stirling Castle, the most important fortress in Scotland.
Outnumbered, Wallace and his men defeat Edward's forces and take over Stirling Castle, the most important fortress in Scotland.
Alexander proves himself fearless and wise in India.
While in the asylum, van Gogh paints his surroundings, producing several of his most-beloved works.
Vincent commits suicide by shooting himself in the chest; he dies 2 days later at 37 years of age.
Woolf's novel "Mrs. Dalloway," uses a "stream-of-consciousness" style to transform fiction writing.
On March 28, 1941, after years of suffering from mental illness, Virginia puts a heavy stone in her coat pocket and lets the river's current take her.
Wilberforce becomes religious and combines his strong faith with his politics.
The deaths of one black and two white freedom fighters goaded Congress into passing the first voting rights legislation since Reconstruction.
Read a poem about the life of Waleed Shaalan, a 32 year-old first year PhD student in Civil Engineering.
Wallace's trial takes place in London, where Edward can control the outcome of the "trial."
Wallace's trial takes place in London, where Edward can control the outcome of the "trial."
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