Biography

On his second expedition, Columbus chose a more southerly route.

Napoleon is also traditionally credited with a geometric theorem known as Napoleon's theorem, declaring that the orthocenters of equilateral triangles built on the sides of any triangle are the vertices of the equilateral triangle.

Hypatia is considered to be the first woman in history to make a significant contribution to the development of mathematics, astronomy and philosophy.

In 343 BC, Aristotle became tutoring Alexander the Great.

Based on the information he gathered, Columbus was convinced that by traveling west, one could reach Asia.

Shakespeare’s works have inspired filmmakers. Some 420 full-length films were based on his works.

Anna was fascinated with ballet and dedicated her youth to becoming a ballet dancer.

Kosciuszko distinguished himself in the battles of Zieleniec, Vladimir, and Dubienka.

In 1954, Dali and photographer Philippe Halsman published a book entirely devoted to the mustache.

Edison was surprised by Tesla's success and began campaigning on the dangers of using A.C.