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
Inspired by a toy helicopter powered by a rubber band, the Wright brothers figure out how to successfully fly.
Wilberforce is born wealthy and spoiled, but later becomes a great British politician.
Jackson surprises and beats Union troops at Chancellorsville.
France tried to invade Ireland again and Wolfe Tone is captured.
Drawing large crowds of spectators, the first women's professional team forms in 1875.
Members of European royal families usually married each other to protect their power, but Nicholas and Alexandra are in love.
Members of European royal families usually married each other to protect their power, but Nicholas and Alexandra are in love.
The first printing of Gone with the Wind was 10,000 copies (when 5,000 copies was typical for the lifetime of a book).
Vincent writes his feelings in his letters to Theo, seeming to focus entirely on his work while realizing the price he is paying.
Floodwaters cover Galveston Island, kill around 8,000 people and destroy the city. It is the deadliest U.S. storm and natural disaster in the country'...
Lawyer Francis Scott Key hears too much when he boards a British ship to negotiate the release of Dr. William Beanes.
Xerxes has an army, the "Immortals," consisting of exactly 10,000 men at all times.
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