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Biographies Biographies A
Adams, Abigail
This is a biography of Abigail Adams, the wife of John Adams and mother of John Quincy Adams. She was a prolific writer and an early Feminist.
Adams, Samuel
This biography of Samuel Adams was taken from the 1829 book, Lives of the Signers to the Declaration of Independence, by the Rev. Charles A. Goodrich. According to the web site author John Vinci.
Arbus, Jack
Learn about the Black man who served during the American Revolution as a substitute for his owner, then won his freedom in the Connecticut courts and established slave's rights to legal redress against a dishonest owner. This article was written by Robert Conrad. The site is maintained by the Hartford Currant Newspaper on line.
Alder, Jonathan
Learn how life among the Indians was through the life of Jonathan Alder at this site. This is a biography of the man.
America's Founding Fathers
Biographical sketches of America's founding fathers are taken from the 1829 book, Lives of the Signers to the Declaration of Independence, by the Rev. Charles A. Goodrich.
Appleseed, Johnny
Learn about Johnny Appleseed, who planted trees throughout America. He was a real person, John Chapman.
Attuck, Crispus
Read about the first black patriot of the American Revolution from this article by John Moore.
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Banks, Joseph
This is a short biography of the English scientist who was with James Cook in the Pacific on a scientific expedition from the Hunterian Museum.
Banneker, Benjamin
From the Banneker Center for Economic Justice site, learn about the life of the first black American inventor.
Barry Commodore
Read about the life and times of the American who is known as "The Father of The American Navy."
Bartram, William
Discover the life and contributions of America's first native born naturalist/artist and writer from this biography on The Bartram Trail Conference web site that is devoted to his Travels, published in 1791.
Berkeley, George(1685-1753)
From the Encyclopedia of Philosophy, this is a biography of Berkeley. A philosopher who believed in Idealism.
Bentham, Jeremy
From the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, read about this famous philosopher and empiricist.
Blue Jacket
From the Fallen Timbers Archaeological project site, read this biography of the man who led the Indian Nations during the famous battle in 1794.
Borda, Jean Charles
Learn about the life of the man who worked on fluid mechanics. This biography is found on the MacTutor History of Mathematics web site.
Bowditch, Nathaniel
This is a biography, by Jim McAllister of the scientist who wrote The New American Practical Navigator, an essential tool for seaman, even today. This article is found on the Salem Web, Salem Tales site.
Brant, Joseph
In this article by Joseph E. Bennett, you will learn about Joseph Brant and his involvement in the American Revolution. Biographies - C
Eighteenth Century Explorer- A Look at James Cook
From your editor, examine the life of Cook and his experiences on these web sites about him.
Captain Cook Studies Unit
Learn about Captain Cook and his exploits from this informative site.
Catherine the Great: A Monarch for the Ages
This was written by Ursula Grosser for the two hundredth anniversary of this monarchs death November 1996. This site also has a FAQ on Catherine.
Celsius Anders
From the Energy Quest site, read this short biography of the man who developed the Celsius temperature system.
Chapter II: Charles V. to Leopold II
This chapter discusses the Rulers of the Holy Roman Empire, from Charles V to Leopold II. It includes a short description of Joseph II. This is from the book A Short History of Austria-Hungary by H. Wickham Steed, Correspondent of The Times in Vienna; Walter Alison Philips, Lecky Professor of Modern History, Trinity College, Dublin; and David Hannay. 11th edition copyright 1911.
Charke, Charlotte (1713 - 1760)
This is a biography of an actress who dressed in men's clothes outside the theater.
Clark, George Rogers
Older brother of William Clarke, read George's short biography at this site maintained by the Locust Grove organization.
Clark, William
This is a short biography of William Clark, from Lucid Interactive Media.
Colonial Hall
This interesting site contains biographies of the American Founders who signed the Declaration of Independence. Biographies are listed by state. The site is maintained and edited by John Vinci.
Commodore Barry
Learn about Barry at this site. Considered by his contemporaries as the "Father of the American Navy."
Cook, James
From the Mariners' Museum Web site, take a look at the life and voyages of James Cook. This site also includes information about his second and final voyages.
Cook, James
This site contains a detailed biography of James Cook, with some links to other sites about the man.
Cook, Lewis
Cook was played an important part during the French and Indian war on the side of the French. In this biography you will learn about his life and acomplishments from this biography by Eleazer Williams.
Cornstalk, Shawnee Chief
Read this interesting biography of this Native American who lived in present day West Virginia, by Rev. William Henry Foote.
Couperin, Franηois
A short biography of Franηois Couperin 1668 - 1733, plus some of his works can be found here by L.D. Lampson.
Creed, Captain William
This man played an important part in the history of Prince Edward Island. On this web site you can read about him and his accomplishments. This biography is By Robert P. Murray, Esq.
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Dalton, John
Learn about John Dalton, the chemist that gave us The Atomic theory of matter, from the viewpoint of his brother.
Delany, Mary (1700-1788)
Brief biography, a list of the author's works, and links to related pages.
Diderot, Denis (1713-1784)
The most prominent French Encyclopediest is looked at here. It explains his views and contributions to knowledge.
A Documentary History
This is an interesting biography of Ben Franklin by looking at the documents that he produced, during his lifetime. This is also a good history of the United States. The Author is J.A. Leo Lemay.
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Edwards, Jonathan
Read about one of Americas foremost preachers of the 18th century from Wheaton College.
Edward, Jonathan On-line
This framed site is devoted to the life and work of Jonathan Edwards.
Biographies - F
Famous Blacks of the American Revolution
This web site contains short biographies of famous Blacks and their contributions to the American cause.
Ferguson, Patrick
The Silver Whistle web site contains a short biography of the inventor of the Ferguson Rifle and more useful resources about the era in which he lived.
Fielding, Henry
Read this short biography of the man who wrote Tom Jones and other works.
Fredericus Rex: Prussia's King Frederick the Great
This is by the author Ursula Grosser. An excellent biography of this king and his accomplishments.
Fulton, Robert
Read about the life of Robert Fulton from this 1913 biography by H.W. Dickinson found on the Steam Engine Library web site.
Biographies G-L
George III
From the Official British Monarchy Web site read this biography of King George III. He was the reigning Monarch during The American Revolution.
Gerry, Elbridge
Read about this individual and his writings from the Lexrex web site. Gerry was a member of the mission to France during the XYZ Affair.
Gow, John
Read about the infamous pirate who was executed at Newgate in 1729, from the Newgate Calendar web site.
Gray, John
This is a short biography of John Gray, the last surviving veteran of the American Revolution. The site is maintained by Jennifer Godwin at rootsweb.
Great, Peter
An interesting biography of Peter the Great who was the Russian monarch that made Russia a power in the 18th century.
Greene, Nathanel
Read an interesting biography about one of Americas beloved heros of the American Revolution by Janie B. Cheaney.
Gronniosaw, James Albert
From the Library of Virginia, read this narrative autobiography an African Prince.
Guillotin, Dr.
Learn about the life of the doctor whose namesake is the infamous guillotine of the French Revolution. This article is by Valentin de Marque X, and is found on the French Revolution web site.
Hale, Nathan
Read this biography of Nathan Hale written by one of his relatives.
Hale, Nathan, Failed Spy, Superb Patriot
Read about the life of the teacher turned spy during the American Revolution from this article by George DeWan. This article is found on the Long Island History Web site.
Halley, Edmund
Learn about the man who discovered the proper motion of stars and the periodicity of comets.
Hamblen, Pierce Dant
Read this short biography of a member of the 4th Virginia Regiment of the Continental Line by Larry A. Hamblen.
Hamilton, Alexander
This page gives us a short biography of Alexander Hamilton.
The Hamilton Project
Learn about Alexander Hamilton and his writings at this web site. This site is hosted by Virginia University.
Hancock, John
From the Colonial Hall web site you can learn about Massachusetts first Governor and former president of the Continental Congress.
Harrison, Benjamin, Col.
Learn about the life and times of this Revolutionary war veteran from this biography by Jeremy F. Elliot.
Harrison, William Henry
From the Indiana Historical Bureau, read Harrison's biography. Includes links to more information about Indiana history.
Herschel, Frederick Wilhelm
Read about this musician turned astronomer from Germany by Peggy Taylor & Sara Saey.
Jefferson, Thomas: His Political Impact
The Political Legacy of Thomas Jefferson has impacted United States politics ever since his election to the Presidency. Learn about this subject from the Thomas Jefferson The Architect of a Nation web site ran by the University of Virginia.
Jefferson, Thomas Life of
Read this revised biography of Thomas Jefferson written by B. L. Rayner and Revised and Edited by Eyler Robert Coates, Sr.
Thomas Jefferson, Son of Virginia
This article is about Thomas Jefferson and his contribution to the history of Virginia.
Johnson, Guy
This is a biography of the nephew of Sir William. This Johnson took over his uncles duties as superintendent of Indian Affairs when Sir William died in 1774.
Johnson, William Sir
This is a short biography of the English Baronet, who was a British Indian agent during the American Revolution.
Knox, Henry
Learn about the bookseller who became an artillery general during the American Revolution.
Kosciusko, Thaddeus
Learn about one of Poland's greatest heroes and patriots, he fought for freedom with the American Revolutionary Army.
Lafayette: Triumph And Tragedy
This is part I of a biography on the Marquee de Lafayette by Charles Eugene Claghorn III. Very informative and useful.
Lee, Charles General
From the Staff Ride Web site, read this short biography of general Charles Lee. This is the man who was court marshaled by Washington after the battle of Monmouth.
Lewis, Merewether
This web site is a biography of the explorer who explored the Louisiana purchase in 1803, from lucid Interactive Media.
Biographies M-S
MacGregor, Robert
This is a short biography and information page about Rob Roy, The Scottish Highlander who played an important part in the Jacobite Rebellion.
Mackenzie, Alexander
From the Exploring the West from Montecello web site, read this biography of the Scottish born Fur trader of the Northwestern United States.
James Madison, His Legacy
This site discusses James Madison and his legacy. His contributions to the constitution, and others. A very good way to understand the "Father of the U.S. Constitution."
Malthus, Thomas
This is a biography of the man who wrote the essay on Principles of Population. This biography page is a part of Bluepete.com, maintained by Peter Landry.
Marion, Francis
This is a biography of Francis Marion, the "Swamp Fox", a part of the Gutenberg text project.
Marquis de Montcalm
From the Mohican Press web site read this interesting biography of the man who fought against Wolfe during the French and Indian War. This biography was written by Richard & Elaine Federici.
Marquis de Lafayette
Learn about Lafayette at this site. He was at Valley Forge during that infamous winter. You will learn about his exploits and other information here. This site is hosted by Liberty net.
Marquis de Sade
If you want to learn about this sadistic individual, this is the place to go. Warning: This is not for young people. Parents, please monitor your kids.
Marshal Vauban
Learn about this French Military man, who was "the" expert on siege and fortifications in the 18th century. Note: This page takes a while to download due to the graphics but it is worth the wait.
Mason & Dixon - Thomas Pynchon
This site contains interesting historical facts on Mason and Dixon, the surveyors of the Famed Mason/Dixon line, and other interesting facts on history.
McPherson, Paul
Learn about this soldier of the King's 17th Foot Regiment and his Descendants on this interesting site.
The Memoirs of Baron de Marbot - Vol. I
Learn about Napoleon first hand from one of his contemporaries. This is a journal of the Baron who was with Napoleon, it also describes his own life and times.
Mercer, John Francis
From the Lexrex web site, take a look at this short biography of Mercer and his writings.
Messier, Charles
Learn about this famous French astronomer from the SEDS Organization.
Mifflin, Thomas
From the Quartermasters Foundation web site, read this biography of the United States first quartermaster general of the army.
Morris, Robert
This is a biography of America's Financier of the American Revolution.
Montcalm, Louis
This page from the Beaulι's family web site, is a short biography of the General who was killed during the French and Indian war. This site also has a French version.
Mozart Family
This web site is an interesting compilation of biographies of the Mozart family.
Nelson, Lord Horatio
The England Expects: The Lord Horatio Nelson Site is one of the best sites I have seen that covers one man. It contains articles and new resources on this man. Very comprehensive and informative. This web site is a part of the Eastern Counties Network.
Nelson, Horatio
From the Inter Knowledge web site read this biography of Nelson and his adventures in Nevis West Indies.
North Frederick
From the USA Project read this short biography of Lord North. North was the Prime Minister of England at the time of the American Revolution.
North, Frederick
From Britannia.com, check out this biography of Lord North and compare, contrast this biography with the one located at the USA Project.
Paine, Thomas
Brief biography of Thomas Paine, brought to you by From Revolution to Reconstruction Project.
Philidor, F.D.
Read this short biography of the man who wrote the first book of chess strategy.
Physick, Phillip Syng MD.
Learn about the "Father of American Surgery", at the Pennsylvania Hospital web site.
Pickering, Timothy
Read this biography of a man who was a soldier, administrator and politician in America. Pickering was also a postmaster general and Secretary of State.
Pinckney, Cotesworth Charles
Read this short biography of the man who was the United States Minister to France during the XYZ Affair.
Pinckney, Eliza Lucas
Read this biography of the first important agriculturalist of the United States. This biography is found on the Distinguished Women of Past and Present website, maintained by Danuta Bois.
Peters, Thomas
In this essay by Gary B. Nash, you will learn about the African American experience during the American Revolution with a look at Thomas Peters life.
Priestly, Joseph
From the archives of useless information web site, here is a biography of the man who invented soda pop and contributed other insights to the world. The Useless Information web site is maintained by Steve Silverman.
Putnam, Israel General
This informative site contains information about the Revolutionary war general and his contributions.
Queen Charlotte
Learn about Queen Charlotte, 1744-1818, Princess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, and Queen and Consort of George III. This site is also in German.
Rameau, Jean-Philippe
Learn about this composer at this site created by Matt Boynick.
Rasselas
This is a history of the Prince of Abyssinia by Samuel Johnson. This site is edited by Jack Lynch.
Re-Evaluating a Journalistic Calvinist
This article, written by Marvin Olasky, attempts to provide a different, and more accurate, view of Samuel Adams the man, journalist, theoretician, and center of influence.
Rockingham, Marquee
Read about this Prime Minister, his contributions and policies towards the Colonies of Britain on the Britannia web site.
Rousseau
This site, which is in French, contains information on Rousseau and his work.
Romans, Bernard
This site discusses the life of the man who made an accurate map of the Floridas in the 1770's.
Royal Descents of Famous People
This interesting site by Mark Humphrys, gives us the Royal decent of famous people.
Rumford, Count
This is an interesting biography of the well known scientist, inventor and one time spy for Britain during the American Revolution by Jim Buckley.
Rumford, Count
From the Engines of Our Ingenuity web site, read another short biography of the count.
Sacagawea
Read this short biography of the Native American woman who was with Lewis and Clark on their famous expedition of the Louisiana territory.
Serra, Junipero
Learn about the life and work of the Franciscan priest who was the head of the Spanish Missions in the Baja region of California. This biography is a part of the PBS series on The West.
Seton, Elizabeth Bayley
From the National Women's Hall of Fame site read this biography of the first American born saint of the Roman Catholic Church.
Slater, Samuel
This site contains a biography of Samuel Slater and his mill in Pawtucket Rhode Island. The author of this site maintains that Slater was the father of the American Industrial Revolution.
Smith, Adam
Learn about the founder of modern economics and his ideas from this biography found on the Adam Smith Institute International Divisions web site.
Snell, Hannah
Learn about the celebrated life of Hannah Snell who served in the British Army during the 18th century, from the author Mathew Stephens. Also on this site you will find more information about this woman and her family.
Solar Essay
Learn about Padre Antonio Solar (1729-1783). He composed a massive amount of sonatas in his lifetime.
South Carolina McCords in the Revolution
This is a family history of the McCords. with information on the American Revolution.
Stuart, Gilbert Charles
Gilbert Charles Stuart was an American portrait painter, born in North Kingston, Rhode Island. Read his biography on this page and look at some of his work on this page.
Studebaker Family History
This is an informative short family history from the Studebaker Family National Association.
St. Clair, Arthur
Learn about the life of this unsung American Revolution general and first Northwestern territorial governor.
Stukeley, William
From the Britannia's Internet Magazine's, Earth Mysteries site, read this biography of the antiquarian and scholar of sacred history and cabalistic science.
Sultan, Tippu
Read about the life and times of the man who ruled Mysore State in India. This article was written by Dr. K.L. Kamat.
Suvorov, Aleksandr
Read about the exploits of this 18th century Russian general from this interesting article by Russell Isinger at historynet.com.
Swedish Queens
This site has information on Swedish Queens of the 18th century.
Biographies T-Z
Tucker, St. George
This is an interesting biography of the financier and native of Bermuda, who came to America, during the American Revolution.
Trevithick, Richard
Learn about the life of the engineer who made Cornwall England the home of the railroad. This article is from the Cornish World magazine and Cornwall online web site.
Trumbull, Jonathan
Learn about the life of this well known American artist on the American Revolution Organization's web site.
Vancouver, George
Read about the life and exploits of the man who explored the Pacific Northwest and produced first class charts of the region. This page is a part of the Exploring the West from Montecello web site located at the University of Virginia.
Vernet, Claude-Joseph
This is a short biography of the French Painter, with links to some of his works found on the European Paintings Gallery Web site.
Voltaire
This is a short biography of Voltaire with links to other sites about Voltaire.
Voltaire's Beatings
From The History House web site, read this fascinating article on Voltaire and the Literary beatings he gave out.
Washington: The Final Days
The Final Days is an article that describes George Washington's Final Days of life from his leaving the Presidency, to his death. This article written by John Ferling, shows us that Washington was active up until the day he died.
Washington, George
From Archiving Early America, read this biography of Washington by David Ramsay, a contemporary of Washington.
Wayne, Anthony
From the Legion Ville web site read this short biography of the general who led the United States Army at the battle of Fallen Timbers on August 20, 1794.
Weems' History of Washington
Read the biography of Washington according to Mason Locke Weems. Published in Philadelphia by J.B. Lippincott Co. in 1918. It should be noted that you must take this biography with a considerable grain of salt.
Weems, Mason Locke
Read this short biography of the man who created the cheery tree legend by Samantha Copeland.
West, Benjamin
This is a one page biography of Benjamin West. One of the first American artists to win a wide reputation in Europe Part of the Web Museum, Paris Web site.
Wetzel, Lewis
Learn about this frontier Indian fighter from this article by James P. Pierce and The Early America Review Web site.
Witherspoon, John
This is a biography the sixth president of Princeton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and from 1776 to 1782 a leading member of the Continental Congress.
Whitney, Eli
From Inventure Place, The National Inventors Hall of Fame site, read this short biography of the man who invented the cotton gin.
Who was Thomas Jefferson
This article explains who was Thomas Jefferson. Excellent resource.
The World Of Benjamin Franklin
Another resource on the life and times of Ben Franklin, brought to us from the Franklin Institute.
Wren, Christopher Sir
Better known for his architectural works, Wren was also a mathematician. Read this short biography of the man from the Mactutor history of mathematics web site.
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