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100 people who made america great

Pasquale De Marco

Publisher: Publishdrive

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Summary

**100 People Who Made America Great** tells the inspiring stories of the men and women who shaped the course of American history. From pioneers and leaders to innovators and entrepreneurs, artists and athletes, these are the people who dared to dream big, to challenge the status quo, and to make a difference.

Their stories are as diverse as the nation they helped to create. Some were born into poverty, while others came from wealth and privilege. Some were self-educated, while others had the benefit of the best schools and universities. But all of them shared a common drive to succeed, to make their mark on the world, and to leave a legacy that would last long after they were gone.

This book is a celebration of their achievements and a testament to the power of the American dream. It is a reminder that anything is possible if we dare to dream big, work hard, and never give up.

In these pages, you will meet:

* **Pioneers** like Daniel Boone, who blazed the trail westward, and Sacajawea, the Native American woman who guided Lewis and Clark on their epic expedition.
* **Leaders** like Abraham Lincoln, who led the nation through the Civil War and abolished slavery, and Martin Luther King, Jr., who fought for civil rights and equality.
* **Innovators** like Thomas Edison, who invented the light bulb and transformed the way we live, and Steve Jobs, who revolutionized the technology industry.
* **Entrepreneurs** like Andrew Carnegie, who built a steel empire and became one of the richest men in the world, and Oprah Winfrey, who rose from poverty to become a media mogul and philanthropist.
* **Artists** like Mark Twain, whose novels captured the American experience, and Maya Angelou, whose poetry and memoirs inspired millions.
* **Athletes** like Babe Ruth, who broke baseball records and became a national hero, and Serena Williams, who dominated women's tennis and became one of the greatest athletes of all time.

These are just a few of the many extraordinary individuals whose stories are told in this book. Their lives and achievements are an inspiration to us all, and they remind us of the power of one person to make a difference.


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Available since: 06/02/2025.
Print length: 159 pages.

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