Founding Families
This wife of an American president was 8 months his elder and had 2 living children (who were 4 and 2 at the time of their marriage) from her prior marriage, but they never had any biological children together.
Children during this decade loved playing with controversial (I.e., non-controversial) toys such as Raggedy Ann, Teddy bears, and Crayola crayons.
What were the 1920s?
This politician who was convicted on Federal corruption charges is the former governor of Illinois, who attempted to sell the open senate seat left by Barack Obama.
Who is Rod Blagojevich?
This Civil Ward General is believed to have popularized the term "side burns" due to his unique way of stying his facial hair.
Who is Ambrose Burnside?
Benjamin was introduced to the art of printing and journalism by this brother for whom he started working as an apprentice when he was 12.
Who was James Franklin?
Children during this decade enjoyed playing rowdy games such as Fivestones (Jacks), Cowboys and Indians, Conkers, Stamp Collecting and Penny for the Guy.
What were the 1940s?
This former New York and billionaire was convicted fraud, false statements, false SEC filings, and money laundering, ultimately defrauding clients of $65 billion.
Who is Bernie Madoff?
Queen Elizabeth the first was been credited with starting the trend of wearing this, which she used to cover up small pox scars.
What is make up?
This eldest child of Alexander died following a heated dispute with George Eacker, in a duel at the age of 19. His tragic loss had a profound psychological impact on his sister, Angelica.
Who was Philip Hamilton?
Children in this decade had to deal with notable events including Cuban Missile Crisis, JFK assassination, and Apollo 11, the mission with the first humans in the moon. Oh yeah, and Woodstock, man.
What were the 1960s?
This famous felon pleaded "No Contest" to felony gun and drug charges which hindered this rapper's ability to "sip on gin and juice".
Who is Snoop Dogg?
Renowned as one of the most influential thinkers in history, this historical figure made a cameo in a modern-day film with similar historical importance: Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure.
Who is Socrates? (We also would have accepted So-crates Johnson.)
Thomas married Martha Wayles Skelton, a young widow, and moved to Monticello and eventually had six children together. Historians also believe he is the father of this enslaved woman’s children (who was also his wife’s half sister).
Who was Sally Hemings?
Children first enjoyed playing games like stickball during this decade.
What were the 1750s?
This famous felon who served 5 months in prison for insider trading is well know for her TV shows and cook books.
Who is Martha Stewart?
Often referred to as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement", this influential historical figure made history by refusing to up her seat.
Who is Rosa Parks?
James Madison’s wife, who helped furnish the newly constructed White House.
Who was Dolley Madison?
Children during this decade enjoyed writing letters to other children (called penpals), spent most of their time outside playing traditional games and on their bikes.
What were the 1980s?
This well know political figure was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records.
Who is Donald Trump?
This historical influencer who was know for his master of art, science and invention, also painted the "Last Supper" as well as the "Mona Lisa".
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?