The 8-year-old dreamed of going to the “beautiful school” white children attended and not the Mexican school, which consisted of two wooden shacks filled with second-hand books and faulty desks.
The social studies teacher was chosen from 11,000 applicants to be the first civilian in space aboard 1986's the Challenger, which tragically exploded upon takeoff.
Seven space explorers, including teacher Christa McAuliffe, lost their lives in the 1986 space shuttle tragedy.
Explore the ways that these Hispanic Americans have made their mark on the world.
From Christopher Columbus to Marco Polo, take a look at these celebrated — and controversial — explorers who made groundbreaking discoveries across the globe.
The writer found constant inspiration from his hometown of Hannibal and the people he met along the way.
Many believe the Celtic hero was a real person, while others think his origin story is just a legendary tale that has evolved over time.
The physicist received her counterpart's support when her private affairs were exposed to a gossip-hungry public.
Subscribe to the Biography newsletters to receive stories about the people who shaped our world and the stories that shaped their lives.
What started as a fantasy during his school years turned into a therapeutic writing project for the British author during trying times.
These children of the 'Bel Paese' left behind an indelible imprint with their contributions to humanity, sports, science and popular culture.
Putting their differences aside, the politicians worked together on the defense team for Levi Weeks, who was accused of murdering Elma Sands in 1799.
The pair's contentious relationship began in the early days of American politics and ended in a duel that took Hamilton's life.
From “Honest Abe” and “Tricky Dick” to the “Great Sphinx," these monikers revealed what the people really thought about these United States leaders.
Known for his brash and raucous rhetoric, the essayist and playwright turned the spotlight on the health crisis affecting gay men in New York City at a time no one wanted to hear about it.
The 14th spiritual leader of Tibet was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th lama when he was just a child.
Loveless since the start of their arranged union, the Russian rulers were ultimately torn apart by a coup that brought Catherine to the throne.
After the end of World War I, the collection writers and critics met at New York City’s Algonquin Hotel for a “10-year lunch” that epitomized the glamour and excitement of the decade.
Despite being born in the United States, the 'Star Trek' star and the ‘Karate Kid’ actor both had traumatic childhoods and were imprisoned for the color of their skin.
After surviving an attack during World War II, the politician lost the ability to properly use his right hand.
Thanks to a trip to Kenya in her early 20s, Goodall met Louis Leakey, who saw her passion for animals and ability to observe them as her biggest asset.
Evidence suggests the children's book author modeled the Lorax after the mustachioed patas monkey he observed while in Africa.
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.
