History biographies
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Stories about history
Hannibal Barca
A famous Carthaginian general who led an amazing journey across the Alps with elephants.
Harriet Tubman
Helping many people find freedom through the Underground Railroad
Harry S. Truman
Being the 33rd President of the United States and leading the country after World War II
Hirohito
Being the Emperor of Japan for many years and for his strong interest in science, especially sea life
Indira Gandhi
Being the first woman Prime Minister of India and a strong leader who helped shape her country.
Jacques Cartier
A French explorer who helped map Canada and explored the St. Lawrence River.
James A. Garfield
Being the 20th President of the United States and a strong supporter of education and honesty in government
James Buchanan
Being the 15th President of the United States
Johannes Gutenberg
Inventing the movable-type printing press, which helped books spread around the world
John F. Kennedy
He was the 35th President of the United States and inspired people with hopeful ideas about public service and space exploration.
John Quincy Adams
He was the 6th President of the United States and a talented diplomat who helped shape America’s role in the world.
John Tyler
Becoming the first Vice President to take over as President of the United States
Joseph Haydn
Being a famous composer who helped shape classical music and the symphony.
King Henry VIII
Being the King of England who loved learning, music, and made big changes to his country.
Louis XIV
He was the long-reigning king of France known as the "Sun King" who helped make France a center of art and culture.
Mahatma Gandhi
Leading India to independence using peaceful protest and nonviolence
Marie Antoinette
Being the Queen of France and a famous style trendsetter in European history
Martin Van Buren
Being the 8th President of the United States and a skilled political organizer
Meiji Emperor
Leading Japan during a time of big change that helped modernize the country
Millard Fillmore
Being the 13th President of the United States and supporting education and learning
Napoleon Bonaparte
A famous French leader who became emperor and changed Europe with new laws and ideas
Nefertiti
Being a powerful queen of Ancient Egypt and famous for her beautiful bust statue
Otto von Bismarck
Helping unite Germany and becoming its first chancellor through diplomacy and strong political leadership
Patrice Lumumba
Being the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a strong voice for freedom and unity.
Peter Paul Rubens
A famous painter known for colorful, lively artworks full of movement and emotion.