Wilbur Wright and Orville Wright were born in Indiana and Ohio, respectively. Not only are the Wright brothers responsible for making the first “plane” they are also credited with convincing the entire world that flight was within reach. The brothers …[Continue]
10 Facts About Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks is one of the best known African American women of all time. She is admired by millions of people and has changed the way that African American people live in the United States. 1. Refused To Give Up …[Continue]
10 Facts About Princess Diana of Wales
Princess Diana of Wales is one of the most beloved women in the history due in large part to her selfless nature and drive to give a voice to those who could not speak for themselves. Diana was married to …[Continue]
10 Facts About Pele
Pele, perhaps the most famous soccer player of all time, has done many important things to advance soccer and his professional career. He has played in more games and scored more career goals than any other soccer player in history …[Continue]
10 Facts About Nicolaus Copernicus
Nicolaus Copernicus is one of the most well-known astronomers and scientists of all time. His contributions to theories about the earth’s relation to the sun help us understand our place in the universe. 1. Heliocentrism Copernicus is best known for …[Continue]
10 Facts About Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali is a retired boxer and former three-time World Heavyweight Champion. Ali won an Olympic gold medal in the light heavyweight division. During his professional career, he became the only man to win the linear heavyweight championship three times. …[Continue]
10 Facts About Mother Teresa
Born Agnese Gonxhe Bojaxhiu, when she entered religious life she chose the name Teresa in honor of Therese de Lisieux, patron saint of missionaries. She became Mother Teresa after having taken her final vows into the religious life. She taught …[Continue]
10 Facts About Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe is known by millions all over the world and she is an icon of beauty, finesse and sex appeal. She was a famous model and actress and deemed by many as one of the most beautiful women of …[Continue]