The first lady refused to see all but a select group of visitors and feuded with officials from Springfield, Illinois, over the president’s burial site.

Get to know the space explorers played by Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton and Kevin Bacon in the Oscar-winning film.

The Bard churned out 'King Lear,' 'Macbeth' and 'Antony and Cleopatra' as London reeled from the foiled Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and an outbreak of the bubonic plague the following year.

Isolated during the Great Plague of London, the philosopher engaged in the groundbreaking discoveries that marked his "year of wonders."

The New York City couple were executed for conspiracy to commit espionage in 1953, sparking decades of conspiracy talk that produced new twists in the 21st century.

As the second World War raged, then-Princess Elizabeth rallied to the cause and enlisted in the military, helping boost the morale of the British people.

One of the most famous figures in medical history, the nurse's groundbreaking achievements in handwashing, hygiene and sanitation helped revolutionize medicine.

The president divided the international community and angered a contingent of American athletes with his attempt to punish the Soviet Union.

Keller and her "miracle worker" started out as pupil and teacher, but their relationship blossomed into one of lifelong support.

The famous children’s book author came up with one of his greatest works after he was presented with the challenge of using only 50 words to write a story.

Hollywood took some liberties while bringing the story of this musical Austrian family to the big screen.

The African American writer shared her message of "survival" and "hope" in the 1978 poem.

The determination that fueled the first female African American aviator contributed to her demise at age 34.

The African American writer became a leader of the Harlem Renaissance for his novels, plays, prose and, above all, the lyrical realism of his poetry.

In addition to freeing slaves, Tubman was also a Civil War spy, nurse and supporter of women's suffrage.

The measured elder and his headstrong protégé brought out the best in one another in the crucial early days of American independence.

On that tragic day in 1884, the future president wrote in his diary, "The light has gone out of my life."

When the former slave stood up to speak at an 1851 convention, her speech had no name — but now it’s known by a rallying refrain that she may not have even uttered.

Unable to devote his full attention to storytelling, the inventor saw his half-hearted attempt at authorship come and go with the brief newspaper run of 'In the Deep of Time.'

After receiving a letter from an 11-year-old girl suggesting he lengthen his whiskers, Lincoln became the first president to have a full beard.

After she couldn't find a solution for her own hair loss, the self-made millionaire took matters into her own hands.

While three members of the Nation of Islam were arrested for his 1965 murder, more than 50 years later, mystery still surrounds who really killed the civil rights activist.

The Founding Father and Continental Army commander shared some of his greatest wisdom through his words in letters and speeches.

From sharing the travails of discrimination to providing a sanctuary at home, Rachel Robinson proved to be an invaluable presence as the athlete helped integrate the national pastime.