Famous Americans
Birth of Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton was born on January 11, 1755 (or 57 – the year is unknown), in Nevis in the British West Indies.
Birth of Lady Bird Johnson
First Lady “Lady Bird” Johnson was born on December 22, 1912, in Karnack, Texas.
Birth of Bill Pickett
Cowboy and showman Bill Pickett was born on December 5, 1870.
Birth of Acclaimed Writer Mark Twain
On November 30, 1835, Samuel Clemens (known by his pen name, Mark Twain) was born in Florida, Missouri.
Birth of Astronomer Edwin Hubble
On November 20, 1889, one of the world’s most renowned astronomers, Edwin Hubble, was born.
Sherman’s March to the Sea
After burning Atlanta, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman embarked on his month-long March to the Sea on November 15, 1864.
Happy Birthday, Grace Kelly
Actress, philanthropist, and Princess Grace Kelly was born on November 12, 1929.
Death of Acclaimed Illustrator Norman Rockwell
On November 8, 1978, the world lost one of its most prolific artists – Norman Rockwell.
Birth of Eleanor Roosevelt
On October 11, 1884, America’s longest-serving First Lady, Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, was born.