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Karl Marx was a Jewish, German-born philosopher, economist, political theorist, historian, sociologist, journalist, and revolutionary socialist

Eleanor Roosevelt was an influential American political figure and the longest-serving First Lady of the United States

Mao Zedong was a revolutionary Communist leader who spearheaded Chinas transformation into a socialist state.

Mahatma Gandhi was a visionary leader and freedom fighter, renowned globally for his non-violent struggle for Indias independence.

Susan B. Anthony was a pioneer in the womens suffrage movement, tirelessly advocating for womens voting rights in the 19th century.

Upton Sinclair was a muckraking author whose influential works exposed industrial and socio-political injustices.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton was a trailblazer for womens rights, an influential abolitionist, and key driver of the 19th-century Suffragette Movement.

Booker T. Washington was a pioneering educator and leader who strived to foster racial progress and economic growth for African-Americans.

Allan Horsfall was a British LGBTQ+ rights activist and founder of the Campaign for Homosexual Equality, instrumental in decriminalizing homosexuality in the UK.

Sigmund Livingston was a prominent American lawyer and civil rights activist who founded the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) in 1913 to fight anti-Semitism and protect the rights of Jewish people.

Anagarika Dharmapala was a Sri Lankan Buddhist revivalist, author, and activist who played a pivotal role in the preservation and modernization of Theravada Buddhism.

Menno Simons was a Dutch Anabaptist theologian and leader who founded the Mennonite movement, promoting pacifism and adult baptism.

Frances Wright was a Scottish-American social reformer, abolitionist, and women's rights advocate who championed radical change in the early 19th century.

Wen Jiabao was a Chinese politician who served as the Premier of the People's Republic of China from 2003 to 2013, overseeing economic growth and disaster response efforts.

Carl Bosch was a German industrialist, engineer, and inventor, who revolutionized the automotive and chemical industries with his pioneering work in fuel injection and catalytic converters.

Mary Hays was a British author, philosopher, and women's rights advocate, best known for her contributions to radical literature and promoting gender equality in the 18th century.

Elizabeth Carter was an eminent 18th-century English poet, classical scholar, and translator, known for her influential works and contributions to literature.

Jeremy Bentham was a British philosopher, jurist, and social reformer who founded the modern utilitarian school of thought.

Lou Hoover was the 31st First Lady of the United States, known for her activism and contributions to education and women's rights.

Fred R. Harris was a prominent American politician, serving as a U.S. Senator and influential leader in civil rights and social justice movements.

Adlai Stevenson was an American lawyer, politician, and diplomat who served as the 5th U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and twice as a presidential candidate.

Amy Carmichael was a British missionary, humanitarian, and prolific writer, who dedicated her life to rescuing and caring for disadvantaged children in India.

John G. Paton was a Scottish missionary and ethnologist who dedicated his life to spreading Christianity and preserving the culture of the South Sea Islanders.

Emil Oskar Nobel, a Swedish chemist, engineer, and inventor, is best known for creating dynamite and establishing the Nobel Prizes.

Harriet Tubman was an American abolitionist, political activist, and Union spy who led hundreds of enslaved people to freedom via the Underground Railroad.

Ida B. Wells was a pioneering African American journalist, suffragist, and civil rights activist who fearlessly crusaded against lynching and fought for equality.

John F. Mitchell was a distinguished American engineer and inventor, renowned for his pioneering work in telecommunications and the development of the Mitchell camera.

Frances Spence was a pioneering British gardener, writer, and botanist who made significant contributions to the study and cultivation of plants.

Baybars, an influential historical figure, was the fourth Sultan of the Mamluk Sultanate who expanded its territories and strengthened its military.

Count István Széchenyi was a Hungarian nobleman, politician, and writer who played a crucial role in the economic and cultural development of 19th-century Hungary.

William Booth was a British Methodist preacher and founder of The Salvation Army, known for his tireless efforts to alleviate poverty and social injustice.

Horace Mann was an American education reformer and abolitionist, instrumental in establishing a system of free, universal public education in the United States.

John Amos Comenius, the Father of Modern Education, was a Czech philosopher, educator, and theologian who revolutionized teaching methods and curriculum design.

Truong Chinh was a prominent Vietnamese revolutionary, politician, and writer, instrumental in the country's fight for independence and social justice.

Pham Van Dong was a prominent Vietnamese politician, serving as Prime Minister of North Vietnam from 1955 to 1987, and a key figure in the country's reunification efforts.

William Hooper Councill was an influential African-American educator, lawyer, and politician who fought for civil rights and education in the Reconstruction era.

Enrico Ferri was an Italian criminologist, anthropologist, and progressive socialist who significantly influenced the field of criminal anthropology.

Alceste De Ambris was an Italian syndicalist, nationalist, and anti-fascist activist who played a crucial role in the development of Italian labor movement and political thought.

Margaret Sanger was an American birth control activist, sex educator, and nurse who founded the Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

John Shy was an American historian and military expert, renowned for his insightful analysis of the Revolutionary War and contributions to understanding the complexities of war and society.

Lucy Hicks Anderson was a pioneering American woman who bravely lived as a trans woman in the early 20th century, challenging societal norms and paving the way for future generations.

Emmeline Pankhurst was a British suffragette and political activist who led the movement to secure women's right to vote in the UK.

Pancho Villa, a Mexican revolutionary leader, played a pivotal role in the Mexican Revolution, becoming an iconic figure in Mexican and American history.

Liaquat Ali Khan was a prominent Pakistani statesman, independence activist, and the first Prime Minister of Pakistan, playing a pivotal role in its formation and early governance.

Henry J. Kaiser was an American industrialist and entrepreneur, who revolutionized construction, shipbuilding, and healthcare industries, leaving a lasting impact on modern America.

Charles Richard Drew was a pioneering African American physician, surgeon, and medical researcher who revolutionized blood transfusion and storage techniques, saving countless lives.

Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar was an Indian physicist and scientist, responsible for founding the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, shaping India's scientific advancements.

Anandi Gopal Joshi was an Indian physician, social reformer, and women's rights activist, who became the first Indian woman to receive a degree in medicine.

Ahmed ibn Tulun was an influential 9th-century ruler of Egypt and founder of the Tulunid dynasty, known for his administrative and architectural accomplishments.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh was a visionary ruler of the Sikh Empire, uniting Punjab and fostering a thriving cultural and political era in the 19th century.

Felix Frankfurter was an American jurist and Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, known for his influential legal scholarship and commitment to civil liberties.

Maryam Durani is an inspiring Afghan engineer, women's rights activist, and politician, advocating for change and progress in her country.

Ebenezer Howard was a British urban planner and pioneer of the garden city movement, envisioning sustainable living in harmony with nature.

Eugene V. Debs was a prominent American labor leader, socialist, and five-time presidential candidate, advocating for workers' rights and social justice.

Samuel Gompers was an American labor leader instrumental in founding the American Federation of Labor, advocating for workers' rights and better working conditions.

George Meany was a prominent American labor leader who served as the first president of the AFL-CIO from 1955 to 1979, advocating for workers' rights and social justice.

King Sejong the Great was a visionary Korean monarch renowned for his creation of the Hangul script, fostering advancements in science, culture, and governance.

William Langland was an English poet known for his influential work, Piers Plowman, which critiqued the social and religious issues of 14th-century England.

Betty Williams was a Northern Irish peace activist and Nobel laureate, recognized for her efforts to end the violence in her homeland.

Elizabeth Barrett Browning was a renowned English poet whose love sonnets, particularly "How Do I Love Thee?", profoundly influenced the Romantic era.

Sucheta Kripalani was an Indian politician, freedom fighter, and the first female Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence.

Annie Mascarene was a remarkable Indian social reformer, championing the rights of women and marginalized communities in Kerala.

Émile Zola was a prominent French novelist, critic, and political activist, renowned for his naturalistic style and social reformist ideals.

Victor Hugo was a prolific French writer and poet, best known for his novels Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, profoundly influencing literature and social consciousness.

Pierre Beaumarchais was a French playwright and revolutionary, best known for his iconic character, Figaro, and his contributions to the American Revolution.