
Henry Ford
1863 – 1947 · United States
Henry Ford was an American industrial designer and entrepreneur who founded the Ford Motor Company. He introduced the assembly line production method, revolutionizing the automobile industry.
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1863 – 1947 · United States
Henry Ford was an American industrial designer and entrepreneur who founded the Ford Motor Company. He introduced the assembly line production method, revolutionizing the automobile industry.
1597 – 1654 · France
French man of letters and critic. An original member of the Académie Française, he is credited with shaping the style of French prose.
1791 – 1852 · United States
American actor and playwright. His opera lyric Home, Sweet Home became a beloved song around the world. He spent most of his career working in Europe.
1880 – 1964 · United States
Douglas MacArthur was an American general who played a significant role in World War II and the Korean War. He is known for his leadership in the Philippines, the occupation of Japan, and as the commander of United Nations forces during the Korean War.
Germany
1920 – 1993 · Italy
Italian film director famous for his dreamlike and imaginative films. His works include La Dolce Vita.
1884 – 1968 · France
French novelist and essayist. He wrote mainly about marriage and love.

1732 – 1799 · United States
The first President of the United States and a hero of the American Revolutionary War. He is regarded as one of the Founding Fathers who laid the foundation for the nation.
India
Traditional proverbs from India
1796 – 1880 · United Kingdom
English dramatist and antiquary. He wrote more than 170 plays and pioneered historically accurate stage costume.

1869 – 1948 · India
Indian political leader and independence activist. Known as the Great Soul, he led India to independence through nonviolent resistance.