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
Read a poem about the life of Jarrett Lane, a 22 year-old senior in Civil Engineering.
Some don't want Jefferson to expand because the cost is too high, but he makes a good deal and gets the chance to explore the new land.
A Union patrol raids Jesse's farm andtortureshis stepfather, Dr. Reuben Samuel, by hanging him from a tree.
This image depicts “Supper at Emmaus,” one of Caravaggio’s best-known works which he created in 1601. An oil-on-canvas, which ...
Herod questions Jesus, demanding a miracle, but sends him back without a sentence.
The Koran refers to some Judaic and Christian beliefs, but shows Muhammad, not Jesus, as the final savior sent by God.
Braddock gives up boxing to work as alongshoreman to help his family during the Great Depression.
Morris accepts the Devil Rays' offer and becomes a major-league player.
Morris quickly becomes a star pitcher for the Devil Rays.
Suffering from tendinitis, Morris retires but appreciates the time he gets to spend with his family.
Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle believes that land-based planes, B-25 Mitchells, can reach Japan and drop bombs from navy ships not accustomed to carrying an...
Barrie, born in Scotland, is six when his brother dies; he attends Edinburgh University and takes a job as a journalist although his passion is novel ...
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