Awilda was a princess who decided that instead of getting married, she would run away and capture a pirate ship. Awilda would lead one of the most fearsome crews of pirates.
Branwell Brontë was the only brother of famous writers Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë. Over the course of his life he was, generally scandalous in comparison with his respected family.
Caroline Cossey is a former model who made many appearance through the 1970s, 80s and 90s. She gained international attention when she was outed for being transgender in the early 1980's.
King Pedro was a king of Portugal, while Inês de Castro was a lady-in-waiting in the court of Pedro's wife. The two fell in love, which resulted in murder, war, and a gruesome coronation.
Maya Deren was an experimental filmmaker and was one of the most influential experimental and female filmmakers.
Hypatia of Alexandria was a mathematician, astronomer and philosopher during the classical era. Due to Hypatia's work, Alexandria rivaled Athens, and her tragic death would be the downfall of the era.
Julian was a leading chemist of the 20th century. He created a process to synthesize chemicals useful in producing many chemicals.
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Princess Victoria Ka'iulani was the last princess of Hawai'i. She served on behalf of her country and fought for her culture, island and people when their voices were taken away.
Ruth Landes was an American anthropologist, who was best known for her studies on women and race in various areas of the world, specifically Brazil.
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Jasper Maskelyne was a magician who fought for the allies during the second world war. During his time in service, his two careers would meet when he made a harbour disappear, the Suez Canal vanish and manifested a full army out of thin air.
Izumo no Okuni was a Japanese actress, singer and dancer who created kabuki theatre in the 14th century.
Rafael Padilla, also known by his stage name of Chocolat, was one of the most famous performers during the late 1800s. For over a decade, he would work as a clown and his name would be known across France.
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Harriet Quimby was the first American woman to earn a pilot's license. She was also the first woman to fly a plane across the English Channel.
José Rizal was a freedom fighter in the Philippines whose writing was known for its criticism of the Spanish rule and had a great influence over the revolution. He is a national hero of the Philippines.
Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges became a part high society France through his skill at fencing and music. He was one of the most successful composers in France, and one of the best fencers of all time.
Stuart Sutcliffe was a painter, who also served as a bassist, best known for his short time with the Beatles.