Simón Bolívar was a Venezuelan military leader who was instrumental in the revolutions against the Spanish empire.

In 1829, African-American abolitionist David Walker wrote an incendiary pamphlet that argued for the end of slavery and discrimination in the United States.

Elizabeth Monroe was popular in France as the wife of diplomat James Monroe. As first lady, her sophisticated style was often mistaken for aloofness.

George IV ruled as king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830. He succeeded his insane father, George III.

James Armistead was an enslaved African American, best known for his work as a spy during the American Revolution.

Red Jacket was a Native American Seneca chief best known for his magnificent oratory skills which kept him in power despite strong criticism from his people.