Leader Biographies

Being a powerful Zulu leader who helped unite many people into a strong kingdom in southern Africa

A business leader and author who encourages people, especially girls and women, to believe in themselves and lead with confidence

Leading many South American countries to independence from Spanish rule

He is famous for leading a brave fight for freedom by enslaved people in ancient Rome.

Being a brave leader who worked hard for India’s freedom from British rule

Being a powerful Ottoman ruler who improved laws, supported the arts, and helped his empire grow.

Helping to start the Republic of China and being called the Father of Modern China

Being the 26th President of the United States and a strong leader who loved nature and adventure

Founding the Tokugawa shogunate and bringing long-lasting peace to Japan.

Unifying Japan and rising from a poor background to become one of the country’s most powerful leaders

Leading the Union Army to victory in the American Civil War and serving as the 18th President of the United States

A brave Gallic leader who united many tribes of Gaul to stand up to the Roman army led by Julius Caesar.

Helping to lead major changes in Russia and becoming the first leader of the Soviet Union

Being the President of Ukraine and a former actor and comedian

Starting the Green Belt Movement and winning the Nobel Peace Prize for helping people and the planet

Being the 29th President of the United States and promoting a return to peace and stability after World War I

Being the 9th President of the United States and a hero from the War of 1812

Being the only person to serve as both President of the United States and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

Becoming the first Norman King of England and changing English history forever

Leading Great Britain during World War II and inspiring people with powerful speeches

Being the 28th President of the United States and helping create the League of Nations.

Being the only woman to rule China as emperor in her own name

Being the 12th President of the United States and a respected military leader

Being the king of the gods and the ruler of the sky and thunder in Greek mythology