Stephen Hawking was a world-renowned theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and famous author.

America’s first female self-made millionaire Madam CJ Walker was also a philanthropist.

Inventor and entrepreneur Steve “the Woz” Wozniak is the co-founder of Apple Computers.

Sage, scientist, and entrepreneur Ben Franklin was a versatile American statesman.

Activist and Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was among the greatest leaders in all of American history.

Aviator and pioneer Amelia Earhart set many records during the early days of flight.

A highly skilled and popular player Roberto Clemente became an icon of baseball.

California’s first licensed female architect Julia Morgan designed many famous buildings including Hearst Castle.

Freeing himself from slavery Frederick Douglass went on to become a statesman, publisher, and author.

Blind and deaf from a very early age Helen Keller overcame those challenges to become one of the world’s most famous people of her time.

As Prime Minister of England Winston Churchill led his people through their darkest hour.

Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary became the first team to stand upon the top of Mount Everest.

As the first African-American to become President of the United States Barack Obama was an inspiration to millions around the world.

America’s first national park Yellowstone National Park is visited by millions each year.

Told for many years that he was too small to play in the NBA Steph Curry never lost hope and proved his critics were wrong.

From Panama to the Baseball Hall of Fame Mariano Rivera is a testament to perseverance.

A great American treasure the Grand Canyon National Park is visited by millions each year.

A great American treasure the Appalachian Trail is enjoyed by millions each year.