Read a brief life history on the first woman to receive the Medal of Honor for her bravery in the Civil War, physician Mary Walker.

Learn about the life of the founder of the Children's Defense Fund. Marian Wright Edelman is a tireless champion for civil rights and an advocate for children.

Entry for Josephine Baker, from the association in St. Louis responsible for commemorating the achievements of extraordinary men and women who were born in the city or who were associated with it during their lifetimes.

A brief paragraph about dancer and choreographer Katherine Dunham and her contributions to the art of dance.

This resource provides a brief biography of the life of Joseph Pulitzer.

This site discusses the life of Scott Joplin and his contribution to the musical world. The information is brief but covers the main events in his life.

A biography of Stephen Biko (1946-1977 CE), a famous South African black activist. Learn about his struggles and political activities as he fought for the rights of blacks.

The Prime Minister of the South African Union, Jan Christian Smuts (1870-1950), is profiled in this article. Smuts helped found the League of Nations.

Provides a detailed description of Charlize Theron, a South African actress. Find out the fascinating story of her life as ballerina, model, and finally actress.

A concise description of Nadin Gordimer, a South African author, who became the first South African to be awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.

Focuses on the story of Shaka Zulu (1787-1828 CE), a famous South African military leader. Read about his early life as well as his military career.

A profile of Dr. Benjy Frances Brooks, a pediatric surgeon in Texas.

Provides a biography on Elvis Presley and a detailed timeline of important events in his life and career.

Read a brief biography of the song writing duo Gerry Goffin and Carole King.

Learn about singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell at this site which includes a biography, a discography, and an audio clip.

John Williams has written many famous themes for many popular movies. Learn more about him and his music by reading a brief biography and viewing a short discography of his work.

Francis Scott Key is known for composing "The Star Spangled Banner". This resource offers a brief biography of him and his inspiration for writing the song.

Read about Leroy Anderson, a composer who wrote many well-known songs. Includes a brief biography and discography.

"The Father Of Country Music", Jimmy Rodgers had a successful musical career. Read more about his life and music at this site. Included is a biography, a discography, and a small photo gallery.

Read a brief biography about country singer and songwriter Hank Williams. This site also has a list of the songs he has written as well as an audio clip of his most famous song "Your Cheatin' Heart".

Learn about American songwriter Pete Seeger. Featured on this site are a brief biography and a discography of his songs.

Learn about the achievements of civil rights activist Juanita Abernathy in this concise biography.

John Plankinton is recognized as having founded Wisconsin's meat industry in the 1800s. A biography os his life is presented in this museum exhibit.

Oscar Gustave Mayer was the thiird Oscar Mayer in the family that owned the famous Oscar Mayer & Co. meat company. He revolutionized the meat industry with his innovations in how meat was packaged and sold.