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Post-Presidential Hobbies
April 26, 2013 by Andrew CannizzaroPost a commentWith yesterday's dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, which brought together five U.S. presidents, we began to muse on these distinguished...
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- Celebrity Aviators
- Candidates with Babies
- Celebrity Death Hoaxes
George H.W. Bush
Diplomat, U.S. President, U.S. Vice President, U.S. Representative / 1924 -
The 41st president of the United States, George H.W. Bush served as vice president under Ronald Reagan. He is the father of George W. Bush, the 43rd president.
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- Abigail and John Adams
- Founding Fathers
- U.S. Presidents
John Adams
U.S. President / 1735 - 1826
John Adams was a Founding Father, the first vice president of the United States and the second president. His son, John Quincy Adams, was the sixth president.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Failed Assassinations
- Famous Irish-Americans
Andrew Jackson
Lawyer, Judge, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1767 - 1845
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president of the United States. He is known for founding the Democratic Party and for his support of individual liberty.
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- Famous Military Veterans
- Who Is On Your Money
- U.S. Presidents
Dwight D. Eisenhower
General, U.S. President, Journalist / 1890 - 1969
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th president of the United States, promoted Atoms for Peace at the United Nations General Assembly in order to ease Cold War tensions.
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- Famous Irish-Americans
- Vegans
- Famous People Involved in Sex Scandals
Bill Clinton
U.S. President, U.S. Governor / 1946 -
Bill Clinton was the 42nd president of the United States, and the second to be impeached. He oversaw the country's longest peacetime economic expansion.
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- Failed Assassinations
- Political Party Crashers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
Theodore Roosevelt
Environmental Activist, Warrior, Governor, U.S. President / 1858 - 1919
A New York governor who became the 26th U.S. president, Theodore Roosevelt is remembered for his foreign policy, corporate reforms and ecological preservation.
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- Shorties with Authority
- Who Is On Your Money
- Founding Fathers
James Madison
U.S. President / 1751 - 1836
The fourth U.S. president, James Madison believed in a robust yet balanced federal government and is known as the "Father of the Constitution."
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Women Presidents From Around the World
March 7, 2013 by Eudie PakWhile many American politicos and pundits are making bets on whether former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will make a move for the highest office in the land...
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Harrison Ford, Omni Hero: From Han Solo to Branch Rickey
April 12, 2013 by Thad MorganWho doesn’t like Harrison Ford? Nobody, that’s who. And if you don’t, you probably want to keep it to yourself because if there’s one thing that Ford’s known for...
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- Screen Presidents
- Celebrity Aviators
- Famous Action Movie Stars
Harrison Ford
Film Actor / 1942 -
Harrison Ford is one of Hollywood's leading men, with an acting career that has spanned nearly 40 years and included iconic roles.
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African-American Firsts in Sports
January 31, 2013 by Tim OttJackie Robinson’s birthday today reminds us how far we’ve progressed in the world of sports. Given the frequency with which we see African-American superstars like...
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- Automobile Accident Victims
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Arians
Jack Johnson
Boxer / 1878 - 1946
Jack Johnson, nicknamed "the Galveston Giant," was the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion.
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- Famous Lookalikes
- Celebrity Enlistees
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
Jackie Robinson
Baseball Player / 1919 - 1972
Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play major league baseball, becoming Rookie of the Year in 1947, National League MVP in 1949 and a World Series champ in 1955.
Althea Gibson
Golfer, Tennis Player / 1927 - 2003
Tennis star Althea Gibson was the first African American to play at Wimbledon. She also broke racial barriers in professional golf.
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- African-American Firsts: Athletes
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Black Athletes
Wilma Rudolph
Track and Field Athlete / 1940 - 1994
In 1960, Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals at a single Olympic Games.
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Women Winning in the Workplace: Five Female CEOs
March 22, 2013 by Thad MorganOnce upon a time, corporate America was a boys-only club, but the rules are slowly shifting even at the top of the ladder. More women than ever are running the most...
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- Modern Titans of Tech
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Engineers
Marissa Mayer
Business Leader, Computer Programmer, Engineer / 1975 -
Marissa Mayer led the development of Google's most successful products for more than 10 years and was appointed CEO of Yahoo in 2012, at the age of 37.
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- Modern Titans of Tech
- Famous Leos
- Famous People Born in 1956
Meg Whitman
Business Leader / 1956 -
Meg Whitman is the successful corporate executive, serving as CEO of eBay and later Hewlett Packard. In 2010 she lost her bid to win the California governorship.
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Ghosts of Christmas Past: Singers & Songwriters Behind Your Favorite Tunes
December 13, 2012 by Thad Morgan“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” Six simple words and suddenly you’re in the Christmas spirit. Years of tradition have made Christmas carols and holiday jingles...
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- Apollo Legends
- Jazz Singers
- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
Nat King Cole
Film Actor, Television Actor, Pianist, Singer, Television Personality / 1919 - 1965
Nat King Cole became the first African-American performer to host a variety TV series in 1956. He's best known for his soft baritone voice and for singles like "The Christmas Song," "Mona Lisa" and "Nature Boy."
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- Famous Irish-Americans
- USO Entertainers
- Best Actor Oscar Winners
Bing Crosby
Film Actor, Songwriter, Singer / 1903 - 1977
Bing Crosby sang such hit songs as the ever-popular holiday classic "White Christmas." The beloved crooner was also a star of radio, movies and television.
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- Apollo Legends
- Hair Dos and Don'ts
- Famous Jazz Musicians
Ella Fitzgerald
Singer / 1917 - 1996
Ella Fitzgerald, known as the "First Lady of Song" and "Lady Ella," was an American jazz and song vocalist who interpreted much of the Great American Songbook.
