William H. Hastie
1904 – 1976 · United States
American jurist and civil rights leader. He was the first African American to serve as a United States federal judge.
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1904 – 1976 · United States
American jurist and civil rights leader. He was the first African American to serve as a United States federal judge.
1955 – · United States
Bill Nye is an American science communicator and television presenter, best known for the children's educational program 'Bill Nye the Science Guy'. He is an active advocate for science literacy and climate change awareness.
1950 – · United Kingdom
British entrepreneur. Starting from a small magazine, he built the global Virgin Group and is counted alongside Apple's Steve Jobs among the most creative business leaders.
1822 – 1895 · France
French microbiologist and chemist who developed pasteurization and the rabies vaccine. Known as the father of modern bacteriology, he revolutionized medicine and public health.
1892 – 1971 · United States
American theologian. Known for the Serenity Prayer and Christian realism.
Greece
Greek historian. Once a general, he wrote the History of the Peloponnesian War while living in exile, a work regarded as a classic of historical writing.
1854 – 1912 · France
French mathematician, physicist and philosopher of science. He made major contributions to topology and celestial mechanics.
Stacey Kramer is an American author and educator, best known for her literary works aimed at children and young adults. She focuses on developing creativity and critical thinking in children, actively participating in various educational programs and workshops.

1894 – 1976 · United States
Benjamin Graham was one of the greatest investors and economists of the 20th century. He developed the concept of 'value investing', and his books 'Security Analysis' and 'The Intelligent Investor' have had a significant impact on many investors.

1809 – 1865 · United States
16th President of the United States. One of America's greatest presidents, he led the Union to victory in the Civil War and issued the Emancipation Proclamation.

470 BC – 399 BC · Greece
Ancient Greek philosopher. Known as the father of Western philosophy, he pursued truth through the Socratic method of dialogue. Although he left no writings, his ideas survive through the works of his student Plato.
Turkey