von Grumbach, Argula
About 260 miles south of Martin Luther’s Wittenberg, a noblewoman who had converted from Catholicism reading Luther’s work. She corresponded directly with him throughout the …
People
Tyndale, William
(1494-Oct 6, 1536) An English scholar who became a leading figure in the Protestant Reformation in the years leading up to his execution. He is …
Rogers, John
(1505-1555) an English clergyman, Bible translator and commentator and was the first English Protestant martyr under Mary I of England (Bloody Mary) who was determined …
Bradford, William
(1590 – May 9, 1657) A passenger on the Mayflower, signer of the Mayflower Compact, and leader of the pilgrims as Governor of the Plymouth …
Hancock, John
(Jan 23, 1737 – Oct 8, 1793) a merchant, statesman, and prominent Patriot of the American Revolution and the son and grandson of Christian ministers. …
Henry, Patrick
Among America’s amazing pantheon of founders, Patrick Henry stands out for his stirring speeches and fervent commitment to liberty, virtue, and small government. The Virginia …
Revere, Paul
(Jan 1, 1735 – ) Patriot who enjoys a special place in American history for his role in the American Revolution. Revere leveraged his business …
Nightingale, Florence
Florence Nightingale came to prominence during the Crimean war, serving as a compassionate nurse after having heard of the horrific conditions of the wounded soldier. …
Fishbein, Morris
The infamous man who ran the American Medical Association (AMA), for over 25 years from 1924 to 1950, and who was also the chief editor …
Rhodes, Cecil
British born statesman, industrialist, and South African financier who wanted to make Africa a “British dominion from the Cape to Cairo“, with the financial support …