Historical People

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  1. 3. a Pakistani female education activist and the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner at the age of 17.
  2. 6. The first black president of South Africa.
  3. 7. campaigned for women's right to vote.
  4. 9. Chinese empress, the only woman in Chinese history to rule as emperor.
  5. 10. known for having walked 20 miles out of American-occupied territory in 1813 to warn British forces of an American attack.
  6. 11. Female scientist who worked with radiation.
  7. 12. British nurse and social reformer, known as the founder of modern nursing.
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  1. 1. a Hunkpapa Lakota leader who played a significant role in the resistance against foreign settlement on Indigenous land.
  2. 2. Ancient Egyptian queen, one of the most successful pharaohs, known for her temple constructions and trade expeditions.
  3. 4. English playwright, wrote "Romeo and Juliet"
  4. 5. The United States Congress has honored her as "the first lady of civil rights" and "the mother of the freedom movement".
  5. 8. Norwegian explorer, scientist, and diplomat, known for his pioneering Arctic expeditions.
  6. 13. known for his non-violent fight for Indian independence.